Description
Alison Weir masterfully reconstructs the lives of the six women who became queens consort to Henry VIII, offering a vivid portrait of Tudor England. Drawing on a wealth of primary sources, including early biographies, memoirs, and diplomatic reports, Weir brings these often-overlooked figures to life. This compelling narrative explores their individual journeys, their relationships with the formidable king, and their ultimate fates, shedding new light on the political and personal machinations of the royal court. It is a captivating account of ambition, survival, and the precarious position of women in a world dominated by male power.
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paperback
Grove Press
Published Mar 10, 2000
674 pages
ISBN: 9780802136831
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First Published
1991
Language
eng
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