Thomas Cromwell On Church And Commonwealth: Selected Letters, 1523-1540
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A scholarly primary source collection, Thomas Cromwell on Church and Commonwealth: Selected Letters, 1523-1540 presents an intimate and revealing window into one of Tudor England's most powerful and controversial statesmen. Edited with an authoritative introduction by Arthur J. Slavin, the volume compiles Cromwell's own correspondence spanning nearly two decades, chronicling his pivotal role in reshaping the English Church, consolidating royal power under Henry VIII, and administering the affairs of the Commonwealth. The letters uncover Cromwell's sharp political mind, his pragmatic approach to governance, and his central involvement in the Dissolution of the Monasteries and the break from Rome. Rich in historical detail and diplomatic nuance, this collection illustrates why Cromwell remains one of the most studied and debated figures of the English Reformation. An indispensable resource for students and scholars of Tudor history, it brings the voice of a master administrator directly to the reader.
Author: Arthur J. Slavin
Format: Paperback
Genre: British & Irish history
Condition remarks:
Condition: Good. Jacket: No dust jacket. Page Condition: Yellowed. Markings: No visible markings. Binding: Appears intact. No stickers or labels visible.
A scholarly primary source collection, Thomas Cromwell on Church and Commonwealth: Selected Letters, 1523-1540 presents an intimate and revealing window into one of Tudor England's most powerful and controversial statesmen. Edited with an authoritative introduction by Arthur J. Slavin, the volume compiles Cromwell's own correspondence spanning nearly two decades, chronicling his pivotal role in reshaping the English Church, consolidating royal power under Henry VIII, and administering the affairs of the Commonwealth. The letters uncover Cromwell's sharp political mind, his pragmatic approach to governance, and his central involvement in the Dissolution of the Monasteries and the break from Rome. Rich in historical detail and diplomatic nuance, this collection illustrates why Cromwell remains one of the most studied and debated figures of the English Reformation. An indispensable resource for students and scholars of Tudor history, it brings the voice of a master administrator directly to the reader.