Henry VIII: King and Court - Alison Weir

Category: Adults, History, Military, Misc. Non-fiction
Language: English
Keywords: England Europe France Great Britain Historical Ireland Italy King Military Military & War Politicians Renaissance Royalty Tudor War

Written by Alison Weir
Read by Phyllida Nash
Format: M4B
Bitrate: Mixed
Unabridged

This magnificent biography of Henry VIII is set against the cultural, social and political background of his court - the most spectacular court ever seen in England - and the splendour of his many sumptuous palaces. An entertaining narrative packed with colourful description and a wealth of anecdotal evidence but also a comprehensive analytical study of the development of both monarch and court during a crucial period in English history. As well as challenging some recent theories, it offers controversial new conclusions based on contemporary evidence that has until now been overlooked. This is a triumph of historical writing which will appeal equally to the general listener and the serious historian.