The Countess spread rumors that her husband Shrewsbury had been in a relationship with Mary, a charge which has never been proved or disproved, and in any case which she later retracted,[22] but seems unlikely given Shrewsbury's disposition and increasingly poor health. Bess of Hardwick's Letters is the first book-length study of the c. 250 letters to and from the remarkable Elizabethan dynast, matriarch and builder of houses Bess of Hardwick (c. 1527–1608). Completed in 1599, the new hall was an extraordinary achievement and one of the great houses of the Elizabethan age. It could also be that the portrait was given to Bess as the Queen would have been too old and unable to visit the grand Hardwick Hall, built between 1590 – 1597. Beginning as a member of the gentry, she understood how the "system" worked and exploited it to her advantage and that of her family. Mary was shuttled between Shrewsbury’s many houses, a drain on his and Bess’s resources and patience. It is again down to Dugdale that the story came about that from Codnor Bess entered the service of the Greys at Bradgate in Leicestershire, where she met and married her second husband, Sir William Cavendish. 1495 - d. 29 Jan 1528) and Elizabeth Leake (b. Read about the remarkable lives of some of the women who have left their mark on society and shaped our way of life – from Anglo-Saxon times to the 20th century. She had However, the English authorities were not sure how to receive her. … Found insideLost in history . . . losing her self. Uncover Tudor heroine Arbella Stuart's incredible story, reimagined by Elizabeth Fremantle in this tense, historical thriller. Hardwick Hall, sixteenth-century England. Hardwick's of Derbyshire including Bess Hardwick a lady-in-waiting to Queen Elizabeth I. Outwardly prestigious, the task proved both onerous and hideously expensive, and was to continue for 15 years. The Collection of the National Portrait Gallery, London, is renowned for its portraits from the Tudor and Jacobean eras, many of which are on display at the Gallery or at Montacute House, our regional partner in Somerset. Widowed at sixteen, she nonetheless outlived four monarchs, married three more times, built the great house at Chatsworth, and died one of the wealthiest and most powerful women in English history. Hardwick Hall was built in the 1590s, designed by Robert Smythson and paid for by Elizabeth, Countess of Shrewsbury, whom we remember as “Bess of Hardwick.” Born in 1527, she married four times and outlived all four husbands, inheriting a fortune from each in turn and becoming one of the richest people in England. Focusing on both literary and material networks, this book examines the nature of women's wealth in early modern England, as well as the ways that women's writing sought to manage and transmit this wealth. The story begins in Sussex (where all good Harmer stories begin!) It may not display all the features of this and other websites. The groom was also the younger brother of Henry Stuart, Lord Darnley who had been married to Mary until his death. With the first two female monarchs in the country’s history, it was a century where it was acceptable for women to wield power and amass fortunes. However, there is no evidence to support the story, and Dugdale would have known much more about the early life of Lady Zouche than was known of Bess's origins. Using journals, letters, inventories, and account books, Mary S. Lovell tells the passionate, colorful story of an astonishingly accomplished woman, among whose descendants are counted the dukes of Devonshire, Rutland, and Portland, and, on ... She was born in the village of Hardwick in Derbyshire and was married four times. Hardwick’s history is closely associated with the lady who built it, Elizabeth, Countess of Shrewsbury, known to many simply as ‘Bess of Hardwick’. Bess was born into a family of respectable but impoverished Derbyshire landowners. A portrait of Queen Elizabeth I, painted around 1599 in the studio of the English goldsmith and painter, Nicholas Hilliard, shows the British queen in the last years of her life. Probably by Robert Smythson (1535-1614). Bess lived apart from her husband, the Earl, beginning in 1583, although the two did not formally divorce. Her money and power came from a series of carefully arranged marriages and makes for some interesting reading. Bess of Hardwick: The Early Years . Found inside – Page 1From the bestselling author of The Mitford Girls: A 'wonderfully researched' (Sunday Express) biography of Bess of Hartwick, the most powerful woman in England next to Queen Elizabeth Bringing 'the Tudor Age to exuberant life' (Hugh ... He and Bess had eight children together, though, before he died on October 25 th 1557, just one month after the startling birth of Robert Tudor. Upon his death, Bess claimed the sum of his property, having insisted that his land be settled on their heirs. The marital claims to Robert's estate were disputed, and following his death Bess was refused dower by Peter Freschevile. Henry Cavendish… This travel article tells you … Faced with Cavendish’s debts she soon remarried: her third husband was the elderly and rich William St Loe, the captain of Elizabeth I’s guard. A court battle ensued, which resulted in Bess being awarded her claim on the Barley estate and compensation, albeit several years after Robert's death. Mary also frequently sent embroideries as gifts to friends and supporters, as well as to Queen Elizabeth, with whom she wanted to try and maintain a relationship. Also, Lady Diana Spencer was descended from Lady Elizabeth Cavendish, a sister of William Cavendish, 4th Duke of Devonshire, which means that the princes William and Harry are descended from Bess of Hardwick … Elizabeth Talbot, Countess of Shrewsbury (July 27, 1527 – February 13, 1608 [1]), known as Bess of Hardwick, was the third surviving daughter of John Hardwick, of Hardwick Hall in Derbyshire. The child of the marriage was Arbella Stuart, who had a claim to the thrones of Scotland and England as the second cousin to King James VI of Scotland (later King James I of England), through their great-grandmother, Margaret Tudor. From humble beginnings, Bess improved her social standing through a series of good marriages and sound business acumen. Although Bess was from a respectable land-owning family, they were not wealthy. [2] When giving evidence of his right to arms in 1569, Bess's only brother, James Hardwick (1525-1580/1), provided the heralds with a pedigree of his family which began with this William, who died c. 1453. However, those two daughters were already adults and otherwise well provided for. This thesis furthers the work of earlier court historians, because it gives noblewomen a sense of control and agency within the court, as well as provides a more gender-inclusive insight in the life of nobles. It also developed some of the innovative features first seen in Hardwick Old Hall, most notably a great hall, two storeys high, running through the centre of the house. Hardwick Hall was Bess’ life achievement writ large, her huge carved initials “ES” (Elizabeth Shrewsbury) atop the turrets for all to see. This was a significant match for Bess because the Countess of Lennox was Margaret Douglas, a member of the royal family, being the daughter of Margaret Tudor, Queen Dowager of Scotland and sister of Henry VIII, and therefore, also Queen Elizabeth's first cousin. Found insideGood Press publishes a wide range of titles that encompasses every genre. From well-known classics & literary fiction and non-fiction to forgotten−or yet undiscovered gems−of world literature, we issue the books that need to be read. We associate women’s power with Queen Elizabeth, but there were other women who could make a strong mark on the landscape and on the cultural and political landscape too.” Bess herself may have worked on some of the embroidery, though she took time out from that to move with the great and the good of Elizabethan society. A common occurrence during Elizabeth’s reign was the exchange of New Year’s Day gifts in order to maintain favour with the Queen. [26], Bess of Hardwick died at 5 pm on Saturday 13 February 1608, aged 81. James was the last surviving legitimate male member of the Hardwick family. The 400-year-old collection, now known as the Hardwick Hall textiles, is the largest collection of tapestry, embroidery, canvaswork, and other textiles to have been preserved by a single private family."--Wikipedia. Hardwick was home to Bess of Hardwick (1527-1608), one of the most formidable women of Elizabethan England. Lady Shrewsbury's Bedchamber. Born in England, Arbella Stuart was the only child of Charles Stuart, 1st Earl of Lennox, and Elizabeth Cavendish. In 1583 Bess had bought her old family home there from the estate of her brother, James, who had died heavily in debt. The fateful Tudor triangle: a reigning queen, an exiled queen, and the countess who was obliged to be her jailer. And Bess of Hardwick had a close relationship with two more queens! The teenaged Bess moved on probably to become a lady-in-waiting to Frances Grey, mother of Lady Jane Grey, which brought her into the top echelons of Tudor society. Arbella's royal claim was never recognized. Bess Bernice Hardwick was born in 1919, at birth place, Washington, to Fred Arthur Hardwick and Edna H. Hardwick. Bess was a shrewd business woman, increasing her assets wit… Elizabeth had to make a decision on how to handle the situation, where Mary would live and who would be her guardian. and became Lady St Loe. The most striking feature, however, was the initials ‘ES’ emblazoned on the tops of the six towers. By the time that she moved into Hardwick New Hall, Elizabeth (‘Bess’), Countess of Shrewsbury, was 70 years old and the richest woman in England after the queen. Bess fled Chatsworth under threat of attack from her husband’s men, and retreated to Hardwick. Hardwick Hall, Derbyshire, 1590-97. [7], It was not until Mary was removed to another keeper, Sir Amias Paulet, that she got into the trouble that would lead ultimately to her execution. Source for information on ‘Bess of Hardwick’: The Oxford Companion to British History dictionary. 1495 – d. 29 Jan 1528) and Elizabeth Leake (b. Husband number four was George Talbot, 6th Earl of Shrewsbury, and one of the richest and most powerful men in the country. Her first husband was Robert Barlow, who died aged about 14 or 15 on 24 December 1544. Then on 18 November 1590, when the Old Hall was still incomplete, Shrewsbury died, leaving Bess with an even larger income than she had already. … In 1543, she contracted to a marriage with Robert Barley, son of Arthur Barley. Both ambitious women, the two Elizabeth’s shared more than a name but also the characteristics of strong Tudor nobles. with one Robert Savage senior who held lands in the Worthing and Horsham areas of Sussex and who in 1199 offered the King 100 marks Arbella blamed her grandmother for this, and the two fell out irrevocably when Arbella attempted to run away and marry a man who, as a descendant of Henry VII, also had a claim to the throne. The collection of late 16th-century embroidery, needlework and wrought linen at the National Trust’s Hardwick Hall in Derbyshire is the most important of its type in Britain, and probably in the Western World. One of the carved stone figures on either side of the fireplace. Bess of Hardwick: portrait of an Elizabethan dynast User Review - Not Available - Book Verdict. Composed of extensive research and newly commissioned photography, this beautifully illustrated book traces the history of the house and its inhabitants through the centuries, showcasing a remarkable collection of portraiture, tapestries, ... Her father, John Hardwick, died when she was a young girl and she was left a small inheritance. In this sparkling biography, Kate Hubbard weaves the tale of Bess's life into the construction of Hardwick Hall itself, revealing it to be not just a work of architectural genius, but the expression of a towering, intractable personality. It was recorded that Mary would use the couple's insecurities against each other, even convincing Talbot that Bess was stealing. BORN: 1527 • Derbyshire, England DIED: February 13, 1608 • Derbyshire, England English landowner. Rising from a modest background to become a friend of Elizabeth I and one of the richest women of her time, Bess was also a tireless and ambitious builder, whose houses symbolised her rise to wealth and power. They owned land in and around Hardwick and a modest manor house on the site of Hardwick Old Hall. The 400-year-old collection, now known as the Hardwick Hall textiles, is the largest collection of tapestry, embroidery, canvaswork, and other textiles to have been preserved by a single private family. Bess was a formidable lady in the kingdom as well as lady-in-waiting to Elizabeth. Bess’s last years were spent in building and furnishing Hardwick and another house nearby, Oldcotes, intended for her son William and his family (though no trace of it survives today). Rising from a modest background to become a friend of Elizabeth I and one of the richest women of her time, Bess was also a tireless and ambitious builder, whose houses symbolised her rise to wealth and power. Hardwick Hall is unique among National Trust properties. Grade l listed. In her will she bequeathed these items to her heirs to be preserved in perpetuity. On Mary’s death in 1558, the new Queen Elizabeth restored Bess Hardwick to Court, and again – rather remarkably – made her a key Lady of her Bedchamber. Lady Shrewsbury's Bedchamber. In 1601, Bess ordered an inventory of the household furnishings, including textiles, at her three properties at Chatsworth, Hardwick, and Chelsea, which survives. She had her placed under house arrest with her old friend Bess of Hardwick, then married to her fourth husband, the wealthy and influential Earl of Shrewsbury. On 20 August 1547, Bess married the twice-widowed Sir William Cavendish', Treasurer of the King's Chamber,[7] and became Lady Cavendish. Bess of Hardwick is one of the best known Elizabethans. [3] Her second husband was the courtier Sir William Cavendish. The finer details of her early life remain a bit of a mystery though and there isn’t much for us to delve into there. Bess of Hardwick. [21], Bess joined Mary at Chatsworth for extended periods in 1569, 1570, and 1571, during which time they worked together on the Oxburgh Hangings. We use cookies to provide you with a better service. Hardwick Hall is a monument to a woman and a very formidable woman at that. Around Christmas of 1568, Sir George Talbot, a loyal servant of Elizabeth, wrote this letter to his wife, Bess of Hardwick. The Hardwicks had arrived in Derbyshire from Sussex by the mid-thirteenth century, and farmed land granted by Robert Savage, lord of the manor of Slingsby, on the north-east border of Derbyshire, looking over Nottinghamshire. Throughout this period, Bess spent time as Mary's companion, working with her on embroidery and textile projects. Taken from the portrait by Nicholas Hilliard, circa 1592. She certainly married Sir William at Bradgate, but that in itself does not prove that Bess was in service at Bradgate. It is thought that the marriage took place late May 1543, shortly before the death of Robert's father on 28 May. Her new husband, George Talbot, 6th Earl of Shrewsbury, was one of the premier aristocrats of the realm, and the father of seven children by his first marriage. We know that Bess's name itself changed with each of her marriages: from Hardwick, to Barlow, to Cavendish, to St Loe and then to Talbot when she was countess of Shrewsbury and dowager countess. By the time that she moved into Hardwick New Hall, Elizabeth (‘Bess’), Countess of Shrewsbury, was 70 years old and the richest woman in England after the queen. The marriage ceremony took place without the knowledge of Shrewsbury, who, though well aware of the suggested match some time prior to this event, declined to accept any responsibility. Through a keen head for business and four marriages to progressively wealthier men, including the esteemed George Talbot, 6th Earl of Shrewsbury, Bess rose to become the richest woman in England, second only to Queen Elizabeth I. [citation needed] Her accumulated estates were left to her children from her second marriage.[22]. In 1574 Bess arranged a marriage between one of her daughters and the son of the Countess of Lennox. Really liked this book, especially reading more about Bess of Hardwick and her relationship with different Tudor women: Mary I, Elizabeth I, Mary Queen of Scots and Lady Jane Grey and the Grey Family. ELIZABETH TALBOT, COUNTESS OF SHREWSBURY, (1518-1608), better known by her nickname "Bess of Hardwick," was the daughter and co-heiress of John Hardwicke of Hardwicke in Derbyshire. Queen Elizabeth I held Bess in such esteem that she entrusted her with the important and arduous task of acting as jailer to Mary, Queen of Scots. This is an extraordinary story of an extraordinary family, containing much new material, based on exclusive access to Mitford archives. Elizabeth Talbot, Countess of Shrewsbury (c. 1527-1608) She was known as Bess of Hardwick, a notable figure of 16th century Elizabethan English society. She appears to have been espoused to her first husband during the 1530s, and probably married for the first time in 1543. 1499 - d. 1570).Bess started her life relatively poor. Queen Elizabeth felt obliged to host and protect Mary, her cousin, against the rebellious Scottish lords. A later inscription incorrectly identifies her as Mary I, hence the “Maria Regina” on the painting. Born on the site of Hardwick Old Hall Bess rose to a position of great power within Elizabethan society. The marriage was happy and resulted in eight children. It could not have been more hazardous a period for an ambitious woman; by the time Bess's first child was six, three of her illustrious godparents had been beheaded. Bess, the Countess of Shrewsbury, was the epitome of Elizabethan girl power and the second most powerful woman in the realm after Elizabeth I. B.B.C. Television series. The blazon is: Argent, a saltier engrailed azure on a chief of the second three cinquefoils of the first. Bess of Hardwick outlived four husbands, each leaving her wealthier and more powerful. This marriage, therefore, enabled a claim to the throne for any of Bess's grandchildren born of the marriage. While serving there she met and married the twice-widowed Sir William Cavendish. [14] Mary's presence in their home, as well as the financial costs and political tensions, may have contributed to the rift between Shrewsbury and Bess, which would lead eventually to the break-up of their marriage. Caryatid. Bess of Hardwick book. This remarkable portrait of Elizabeth I (1533–1603) wearing a dress decorated with land and sea creatures appears to have been acquired by Elizabeth Talbot (‘Bess of Hardwick’), Countess of Shrewsbury and was almost certainly on display at Hardwick Hall in the Queen’s lifetime. [7] In addition to her own six surviving children, Bess was now responsible for the two daughters of Sir William St Loe from his first marriage. As Shrewsbury continued to dispute Bess’s ownership of Chatsworth, Bess instead decided to focus her energies on a property that was undeniably hers. Built just a stone’s throw from the site of her childhood home, the house was a deliberate – and typically unsubtle – statement of her wealth and power. Previous to the Queen's change in custody, Shrewsbury and Bess separated for good. Lady Elizabeth. When you walk through the rooms and corridors of Hardwick Hall, there are many signs to see Bess of Hardwick's clear allegiance to Queen Elizabeth I, from the royal coat of arms above the fireplace in the High Great Chamber to the extremely large portrait hanging in the Long Gallery. Elizabeth Hardwick was born somewhere between 1521 and 1527, to … In 1559 Bess married a third time, to Sir William St Loe (1518–1565) (alias St Lowe, Saintlowe, Sentloe, etc.) Bess left home at the age of 12 to serve at nearby Codnor Castle, and by the age of 15 she had married Robert Barlow, heir to a neighbouring gentry family. [14] Bess has been an ancestor of the royal line since 1952; Queen Elizabeth II being Bess's descendant through the dukes of Portland, in whose family was Elizabeth II's maternal grandmother, Cecilia Cavendish-Bentinck. You are using an old version of Internet Explorer. The author of The September Queen explores Tudor England with the tale of Bess of Hardwick—the formidable four-time widowed Tudor dynast who became one of the most powerful women in the history of England. The Hardwicks did not hold prestigious offices and the highest office that they ever achieved was esquire. Sir William Cavendish and Bess of Hardwick. She set about building her greatest monument, Hardwick New Hall, which was completed in 1599. She was married four times. The Hardwick Portrait takes its name from Queen Elizabeth’s friend Bess of Hardwick, formally known as Elizabeth Talbot, Countess of Shrewsbury (c. 1527–1608). ES stands for Elizabeth of Shrewsbury, but the woman in question is more commonly known as Bess of Hardwick. Elizabeth “Bess” Hardwick is best remembered as the wealthiest woman in Tudor England. In May 1568, Mary escaped captivity in Scotland, and fled south towards England, seeking the protection of her cousin, Queen Elizabeth. Elizabeth Hardwick, better known as Bess of Hardwick, was the daughter of John Hardwick (b. Born in 1527, Bess married four times to a succession of rich and influential men, the last of whom was the Earl of Shrewsbury. This wide-ranging collection brings out the full range of her activities and impact. Her secret wish was that Arbella might one day be queen, and here was a worthy palace for her to stay. She was the second wealthiest woman in England, the grandmother to a claimant to the throne, known for building the most spacious and modern stately home in England, and was a former jailer to Mary Queen of Scots. The inquiry results were inconclusive; yet Elizabeth did not set Mary free. Get this from a library! From relatively modest origins, Elizabeth Hardwick rose to become the richest woman in England with a penchant for building … The Hardwick coat of arms of Hardwick was probably granted c. 1450 to William Hardwick. Married Sir Henry Pierrepont and they had 3 children: - Robert Pierrepont (1584 – 1643) - Elizabeth Pierrepont - Grace Pierrepont Temperance Cavendish (10 June 1549 – 1550) died in infancy. Discover some of London’s famous residents who took the historic first steps to open up new opportunities for women, and are now commemorated by blue plaques. Almost immediately, Bess began planning an even grander house at Hardwick, just yards from the unfinished Old Hall. Katherine confided this secret with Bess of Hardwick, who was furious at being brought into the scandal. Lived: 1527–1608. His fortune had been made following the Dissolution of the Monasteries, since as an official of the Court of Augmentations he was able to select choice properties for himself. In 1543, Bess married 13-year-old Robert Barley (or Barlow), heir to a neighbouring estate. Due to the Lennox family's claim to the throne, the marriage was considered potentially treasonable, since Queen Elizabeth's consent had not been obtained. [14] He owned large West Country estates at Tormarton in Gloucestershire and Chew Magna in Somerset, while his principal residence was at Sutton Court in Stowey. But the marriage soon ran into trouble. Designed piecemeal as the works went along, the hall provided a comfortable home for Bess, her favourite son, William, and his family. Her third husband was Sir William St Loe. Not surprisingly, this period coincides with that Dugdale claimed Bess was in service to Anne Gainsford in London and at Codnor. The wily and determined Bess of Hardwick (c. 1527-1608) was an influential figure in Elizabethan England, ascending the social ladder through four marriages, the last to George Talbot, Earl of Shrewsbury, which conferred upon Bess the rank of countess. The Countess of Lennox, mother of the bridegroom, went to the Tower for several months, and Bess was ordered to London to face an official inquiry, but she ignored the summons, and remained in Sheffield until the row died down. Debrett's Peerage, 1968, p.1015, E. of Shrewsbury & Waterford. Despite a lack of evidence, it is possible – but no more than that – that at some point, perhaps after the death of her first husband, she entered the service of the Zouches at Codnor Castle in Derbyshire. Bess cut her from her Will and asked Elizabeth to take her granddaughter. Read 6 reviews from the world's largest community for readers. Bess of Hardwick (c. 1521/2 or 1527–1608) Born c. 1521/2 or 1527 as Elizabeth Hardwick, the woman known to posterity as Bess of Hardwick married four times during her life, as a result of which her name changed from Hardwick to Barlow (or Barley), to Cavendish, to St Loe, and finally (when she was countess of Shrewsbury and then dowager countess) to Talbot. The courts awarded Bess Chatsworth House and an income from her husband’s estate. Elizabeth Cavendish, later Elizabeth Talbot, Countess of Shrewsbury (c. 1527 – 13 February 1608), known as Bess of Hardwick (née Elizabeth Hardwick), of Hardwick Hall in Derbyshire, was a notable figure of Elizabethan English society. One of the carved stone figures on either side of the fireplace. Indeed, two of his children were married to two of hers in a double ceremony in February 1568: Bess's daughter Mary Cavendish, aged 12, was given in marriage to Shrewsbury's eldest son Gilbert, aged 16; while Bess's son, Sir Henry Cavendish, aged 18, married Shrewsbury's daughter Lady Grace Talbot, aged 8. Number: 1 Lady Arbella Stuart (1575-1615) Possibly Rowland Lockey, 1589 Granddaughter to Bess of Hardwick, and cousin of King James I. Her houses display her taste, wealth, and business acumen. However, they didn’t always see eye to eye. The lives of Queen Elizabeth and Bess of Hardwick were intertwined. Bess Hardwick, the fifth daughter of an impoverished Derbyshire nobleman, did not have an auspicious start in life. When you walk through the rooms and corridors of Hardwick Hall, there are many signs to see Bess of Hardwick's clear allegiance to Queen Elizabeth I, from the royal coat of … Bess cut Arbella from her will and begged the Queen to take her granddaughter off her hands. This must-have book for Tudor history lovers is perfect for: - Dipping into daily over your morning coffee - Using in the classroom - Trivia nights and quizzes - Finding out what happened on your birthday or special day - Wowing friends and ... Furnished with the finest pieces and textiles, Hardwick would once have been a glittering reflection of Bess's status and aspirations.This brand new guide contains a family tree, plans, maps and a wealth of photographs of this charming and ... Bess’ parents owned land in and around Hardwick, Derbyshire, as well as a manor house on the site of Hardwick Old Hall. Bess of Hardwick was born around 1527 to John Hardwick of Derbyshire and his wife Elizabeth Leeke. The wedding took place at two o'clock in the morning, at the home of the Grey family, friends of the couple. The traditional story that Robert and Bess met in London while in the service of a "Lady Zouche" is based on oral history, which can only be dated to the late seventeenth century (some eighty years after Bess's death). Besides Elizabeth I, another "strong-willed, fearless" redhead achieved power and wealth. At the time of her death she remained "one of the richest, and most powerful women in the kingdom". Not long after her return to court Bess’ marriage to Sir Walter Raleigh and the birth of their child was discovered by Queen Elizabeth. John Hardwick died aged about 40 leaving a widow, son (and heir), and four daughters (five daughters were alive at the time he wrote his will). Elizabeth Cavendish, later Elizabeth Talbot, Countess of Shrewsbury (c. 1527 – 13 February 1608), known as Bess of Hardwick ( née Elizabeth Hardwick ), of Hardwick Hall in Derbyshire, was a notable figure of Elizabethan English society. By a series of well-made marriages, she rose to the highest levels... Sweeping us into glittering, intrigue-riddled Elizabethan England, bringing to vivid life an actual heroine in the queen's court, New York Times bestselling author Virginia Henley blends rich historical detail with sumptuous romance in her ... The history of Chatsworth begins with Elizabeth Talbot, Countess of Shrewsbury, better known as Bess of Hardwick. She spent the last years of her incredible life there until her death in 1608. An introduction to the yogic breathing and mind-body techniques of Kundalini yoga explains their potentially beneficial applications for such disorders as depression, ADHD, and chronic fatigue syndrome. 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