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How to Survive in Tudor England by Toni Mount was a very interesting read and I loVe reading and learning about the Tudor history in England, but, I wouldn't like to live in that time. Toni describes in great detail how it feels to be transported back in time to this era, How they dress, (no comfy clothes) What they ate! (and no fast food there or take aways!!!) What life was like then! What job/s you will be doing and how to survive everyday especially in the winter with No heating!!! Burrrrrr......And who can you turn to if you fall ill or are mugged in the street, or God forbid if you upset the king?
In a period when execution by beheading was the fate of thousands how can you keep your head in Tudor England...........Transport me back to now............I so would miss a good curry for my tea, my Macbook and internet and especially chocolate.......I don't think I would survive!!! But, i do like there clothes, but then you need to be Rich to wear them!

I enjoyed this book from start to finish and a great book for a fan of Tudor History etc.

Big Thank you to Netgalley and especially Pen & Sword, Pen & Sword History for making my wish come true - well, the book to review!!!


. I highly recommend this book.

This is a clever way of telling Tudor history, one of the most popular periods of English history for study, movies and television. The author sets the stage, then does a series of 'first person interviews' with the various important figures of the time. In between the 'interviews', there are more facts about the Tudor period. The sections are well defined and on topics of interest to the modern reader, like clothing or language of the time.
Reading the electronic version was a bit tricky as the pictures included caused the text to jump locations. The author does a great job of providing interesting details as the book develops.

In this book how to survive in tutor England Tony Mount tells us what we’ll need if we ever get the chance to time travel back to the days of tutor. We even get traded to interviews by the author with the famous people of that time which I found pretty funny. We learn what to wear what to say what not to say whether are shoes should be pointy or not pointy the type of money we will need the amount of money which class level is best and so much more. It definitely reads like a fun tourist book if one could be a tourist and tutor England. I love history books and when they’re comical they’re even better so to say I enjoyed this would be an understatement. I think Tony Mount did an awesome job this is definitely a book in the history fan would love to have in their library I want to thank Pen and Sword history and Net Galley for my free Ark copy please forgive any mistakes I am blind.

A good introduction to Tudor history. Recommended for public library collections and for historical fiction readers. Thank you to the publisher and NetGalley for the advance copy.

An informative and well-researched guide to living in Tudor England, this would be perfect for schools or any history lover. I read this with my Tudor loving daughter (9) who especially enjoyed the imaginary conversations with historical figures. I shall be purchasing How To Survive in Medieval England by the same author!

Thank you Netgalley, Pen & Sword and Toni Mount for this ARC.

How to Survive in Tudor England, by Toni Mount, is a delight. It's not heavy on the academic detail, but it is wonderfully broad in describing everything you would want if you wanted to feel part of Tudor England. How did they dress, what did they eat, what was a typical life like, all so simple and clear in explanation and fun that you enjoy the way it is put together. I particularly liked how the important political events and cultural issues of the day were presented. This is not a dumbed down version of anything, it's a full and complete witness to history that never feels overwhelming. I highly recommend this book.

If you want a Tudor history book, this is for you, but if you’re expecting it to be like a time travellers guide to Tudor times (as it was advertised, and similar to others from the publisher but set in Ancient Greece etc) then sadly you’ll be disappointed. Being a voracious reader, and a history fan, sadly this book taught me nothing new, and the writing style was very much like any other history book, so there was nothing especially to recommend it to me, however, if you aren’t terribly well read in Tudor times, you will likely find this quite interesting, and maybe even learn a thing or two.

I love these books that make you visit an historical timeframe and what meant living in that era and how it changed according to your social status.
Well researched, entertaining and informative
Highly recommended.
Many thanks to the publisher for this ARC, all opinions are mine

4 stars

Toni Mount adds a unique spin on this Tudor non-fiction offering by putting readers in the seat of a time-traveler attempting to assimilate into 16th century England. Structured like a guidebook, Mount offers historical facts, helpful tips, and even amusing interviews with historical characters. While my extensive study of the period meant that I didn't learn as many new things that I would have liked, the unique take on how history is conveyed to the reader is certainly entertaining and will surely delight readers from 8 to 80.

Thank you to NetGalley and Pen & Sword History for an ARC of this book in exchange for a fair and honest review!

This was a fun,quick trip to Tudor England and I absolutely survived thanks to the author.It was sort of a mini guide about the do's and don't's of the era.With topics such as Employment, Social Structure, History,Food and Health and Home and Family.Each chapter gives a basic overview and possibly an interview with a person going through a situation pertaining to the subject at hand.Honestly,I could have skipped the interviews and much of the information was not new to me but perhaps if your just learning about the Tudors it was interesting,fact based, well written I'd say take a chance on this one.

Time travel is a dream for history and science fiction nerds alike. To be able to go to a different period in history to witness major events sounds like it would be tons of fun, but it can also be treacherous if you do not know the era well. What should you wear? Where would you live? What would your occupation be and what should you eat? If you are invited to court, how do you navigate the crazy court intrigue and the ever-changing religious dilemma? Toni Mount has created the ideal book for those who wish to travel to the 16th century called, “How to Survive in Tudor England.”

I would like to thank Pen and Sword Books and Net Galley for sending me a copy of this book. I have read Mount’s medieval books, both her nonfiction and a few of her Sebastian Foxley murder mystery novels, but when I heard that she was writing a nonfiction book about the Tudor dynasty, I was fascinated to see how she would tackle the period.

Mount begins by exploring the origins of the Tudor dynasty and how they came into power through a little conflict that we know today as the Wars of the Roses. As this is an area of expertise for Mount, I think she did a great job condensing the conflict, which included a quick interview with King Richard III, for those who are being introduced to the Tudors.

The bulk of this book focuses on different aspects of life in 16th century England and how a time traveler could use this information for their benefit while traveling. Starting with the ever-important Tudor social structure, Mount shows how drastically different the levels of the hierarchy were, from the poor beggars who relied on the church to the lords and ladies of the court. We are introduced to Tudor education and the English scholars in the field of science, careers for those who did not receive a higher education, as well as the constant religious struggle between Protestantism and Catholicism.

From spies, traveling, and decoding ciphers to dresses, dining, and what to do in your downtime, Mount covers quite a range of topics in an easy-to-follow travel guide. However, my absolute favorite aspect of this book was the fictional interviews Mount included. She does not stick with the Tudors that everyone knows but rather includes lesser-known figures like Thomas “The Rackmaster” Norton, Christopher Kit Marlowe, and the scientist Thomas Digges. These interviews added context and a bit of levity in some rather dark subjects.

As a historical time travel guide, I found this book informative and fun. If you do indeed get the chance to travel back to the Tudor era, or you just want to know a bit more about life in Tudor England, “How to Survive in Tudor England” by Toni Mount is a book you should have on your shelf as a go-to guide.

This fun and informative book presents itself as a travel guide for potential time tourists who wish to visit Tudor England and not stand out or attract negative attention from the locals. It shares the cultural landscape of the era, not only the political history of various monarchs and notable figures, but what I personally find most interesting of historical details - what life was really like in that time and place. It discusses social mores, manners, food, fashion, family, health, education, employment, religion, literature, theater, sports, entertainment, and more - as well as many cautions as to how to avoid the myriad dangers and pitfalls and intrigues (and even plagues) that plagued the period. It's full of interesting information and fascinating details, a well as "interviews" with locals, written in a humorous tongue-in-cheek style that I really enjoyed. (I still can't stop laughing at one particular passage describing when Edward de Vere, Earl of Oxford, was so embarrassed after loudly farting while making a low bow to the queen that he actually fled the country for seven years. Spoiler: it still wasn't long enough.)

Whether you are familiar with this historical period or not, if you are interested in learning more about Tudor England this book is sure to enlighten and entertain. There were typographical and formatting errors and irregularities in my Kindle version which I'm hopeful that an edit will correct, but otherwise I had a great time with this book. I'm thankful to the author, the publisher, and to Netgalley for providing me with a copy of How To Survive in Tudor England in exchange for my honest review. All opinions expressed are my own.

Such a fun book to read. Now I'm completely sure that I definitely don't want to live in Tudor England - high born or not. Fascinating point of view as if the author is interviewing the populace. I just loved it! I definitely recommend.

224 pages

4 stars

This is an interesting little book by historian Toni Mount. What if we had a time machine and could go back to Tudor England? (Or, anywhere else for that matter?) Would we be able to cope? Or, even survive?

I know my answer. Nope! After reading this book, I would definitely not go! I’d be one of the poor peasants, with no security, barely any food and with a life of backbreaking drudgery. I’d have to resort to stealing, and then I’d lose my life. Beam me up, Scotty!!

This is an entertaining book and includes notes at the end. There are plenty of references out there for those who would like to further explore the subject.

I want to thank NetGalley and Pen & Sword/Pen & Sword History for forwarding to me a copy of this informative book for me to read, enjoy and review. The opinions expressed in this review are solely my own.

This book was SPECTACULAR! I enjoyed it so much and if the first page was any indicator, I knew I was going to love it and it couldn’t honestly be any less than five stars.

It starts with a really well crafted whistle stop summary of all Tudor period. Down to each royal succession, the dramas and impressive list of beheadings (first major red flag of living in Tudor times - number one: try keep your head firmly attached to your body!).

It was written in such an easy and effortless way that the writing flew off the pages and it certainly wasn’t a dry retelling of history. It was so well done!

Then we get into the nitty gritty of life being a Tudor. What to wear, what to eat, how to blend in and most importantly, how not to die. Because let’s be honest, there are many (many) ways you can succumb to loss of life during this period. Don’t steal an egg. Would advise against getting pregnant, being too rich, or too poor, don’t draw too much attention to yourself and probably don’t marry a King. Or a queen for that matter.

I loved the writing style and the topic itself was so so interesting. I learnt a lot and enjoyed it along the way. It was super entertaining and any lover of history, tudors and non fiction in general will love this. To be honest, it’s perfect for every and any reader as it was such a good read!

The newest book in this excellent series gives wonderful insights into all aspects of Tudor life. We know the basic history, and Mount does an excellent job of giving the reader an overview. The book is enlivened with"interviews" with historical figures, tips for the time traveler, and little-known facts. It's lively reading and a great way to get a picture of the society of the time.

I found this book easy to read. There was a lot of text but the addition of pictures added a pleasant visual element to the Tudor era with plenty of information that I didnt know previously about the Tudor period.