The Autobiography of Henry VIII: With Notes by His Fool, Will Somers
Description
Step into the tumultuous reign of England's most infamous monarch through this unique narrative, told from the perspective of King Henry VIII himself, with wry interjections from his loyal fool, Will Somers. Experience the passions and perils of a king driven by a desperate need for a male heir, a scholar with a love for the arts, and a ruthless ruler whose decisions irrevocably altered the course of history. From his six marriages to his monumental break with the Catholic Church, this is a vivid exploration of power, ambition, and the complex inner life of a man who shaped a nation. Margaret George masterfully brings to life the splendor and danger of Tudor England, populated by unforgettable figures like Thomas Cromwell and Anne Boleyn.
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paperback
St. Martin's Griffin
Published Sep 15, 1998
944 pages
ISBN: 9780312194390
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Details
First Published
1986
Language
eng
Content Warnings
Content and trigger warnings for The Autobiography of Henry VIII: With Notes by His Fool, Will Somers by Margaret George.