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Described as 'the Tudor number one bestseller' and 'one of the foundational texts of English national identity.' Published in 1563, it describes the persecution of Protestants under Mary Tudor. Referenced multiple times throughout the episode.

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Described as 'her wonderful introduction to Tudor England' and 'the best single volume on Tudor England that there is.' Quoted regarding Mary's conviction that she was ruling an essentially Catholic country.

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Referenced as 'Nicola Tallis in her book on young Elizabeth' when discussing how the Wyatt's rebellion conspirators had contacts within Elizabeth's household.

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Referenced as 'Stephen Olford, who wrote a brilliant book on the person that Elizabeth is meeting at Somerset House' - a book about William Cecil, described as 'the cleverest young man in Tudor politics.'