MAITLAND: Maitland of Lethington and the Scotland of Mary Stuart: a History, Volume 2by John Skelton Vol II. : Mary's diplomatic skills were evident in her interactions with Knox, where she displayed wisdom in handling religious tensions. Knox, a prominent figure, expressed strong views against Mary's potential religious conversion, leading to heightened religious and political discord. Despite Knox's prophetic actions during turbulent times in Edinburgh, his defiance of authority faced criticism from Maitland, highlighting the