Elizabethan era began on November 17, 1558, with Elizabeth I's rise to the throne. It was a time of dramatic changes for England. Despite the initial challenges of financial instability, religious conflicts, and parliamentary disputes, young Elizabeth managed to resolve these issues. Simultaneously, she enhanced trade, the economy, and political affairs. The era saw remarkable changes brought on by factors such as religion, the Renaissance, and the printing press, which collectively improved the nation. England's reputation for religious tolerance and promising economic prospects attracted immigrants from all over Europe, although it caused some discomfort among the native English residents. Nevertheless, these immigrants had a profound influence on the English culture of the time, leaving a memorable impact. During the Elizabethan era, England underwent a significant transition from a feudal society, where most of the population lived in rural areas, to one facing the challenges of rapidly expanding, polluted cities. At the outset of the era, England's population reached over 3 million, a number that continued to grow despite considerable mortality rates. The devastating impact of the Black Death claimed the lives of about 20 per cent of the population. The cultural Renaissance that blossomed in England during this time can be primarily attributed to the European influence of the Renaissance. The mid-1500s witnessed a flourishing of literature, science, and the arts, with well-known playwrights such as Christopher Marlowe, Ben Jonson, and William Shakespeare creating sophisticated drama. These profound changes served as the root of England's enduring status as a global power.