Name: ***Sold Out***Decoding Mary – An Evening with Historian Dr. Jade Scott Perth Museum
Start: 2026-04-23T18:30:00+01:00
End: 2026-04-23T20:00:00+01:00
Location: St John’s Place, PH1 5SZ Perth, United Kingdom

$***Sold Out***Decoding Mary \u2013 An Evening with Historian Dr. Jade Scott Perth Museum$

Step into a world of secret letters, encrypted codes, and political intrigue.
Dr Jade Scott, historian and expert in Mary, Queen of Scots’ correspondence, presents her acclaimed book Captive Queen: The Decrypted History of Mary, Queen of Scots, bringing Mary’s letters to life. With exceptional clarity and warmth, she reveals how Mary’s correspondence offers fresh insights into her captivity and agency.
This intimate evening invites you to explore Mary’s efforts to influence world politics from prison through her skilful and powerful letters. Engage in the layers of meaning behind texts and codes, unlock forgotten plots and come away with a deeper understanding of a queen under siege.
A book signing will follow the talk, and copies of Captive Queen: The Decrypted History of Mary, Queen of Scots will be available to purchase.