If you ever wondered how it would be to live as a Tudor or as a Victorian, etc., historian Ruth Goodman has written a series of books discussing exactly that. How to Be a Tudor is one of several history books in these interesting series. Goodman describes in an accessible writing style the daily life of common people in the Tudor Age. One does not need to be an academic scholar to read this book. It is an easy, enjoyable read, but with a wealth of information that makes it a great book for everyone -- The casual reader as well as the scholar.