The medieval and Tudor world was built for and ruled by men. Women who sought to rule in their own right were viewed with horror and vilified as "she-wolves." Starting 800 years ago, a handful of women decided they would wear England's crown. Historian Helen Castor explores the lives of seven English queens who challenged male power. Filmed on location in England and France. 3 episodes, 3 hrs, 1 DVD, SDH, viewer's guide.

DVD Extras

• 16-page viewer's guide with articles about the first she-wolf, the makings of a "she-wolf," women in common life, powerful women in history, and matriarchal societies
• Biography of Helen Castor

Details

Packaging: Boxed
Run Time: 3 hours
Format: Widescreen
Number of discs: 1
Language: English
Foreign Language Subtitles: No
Color or B&W: Color
CC: No
SDH: Yes
Region Code: 1
Aspect Ratio:
Audio Format: Stereo
Rating: NR