Page "Anne of Denmark" Paragraph 38

In Scotland, Anne sometimes exploited court factionalism for her own ends, in particular by supporting the enemies of the Earl of Mar.

As a result, James did not trust her with secrets of state.

Henry Howard, active in the highly secret diplomacy concerning the English succession, subtly reminded James that though Anne possessed every virtue, Eve was corrupted by the serpent.

In practice, Anne was little interested in high politics unless they touched on the fate of her children or friends.