Children Of England: The Heirs Of King Henry Viii 1547–1558
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Condition: Good to fair. Paperback. Page Condition: Good - possible tanning. Markings: possible previous owner inscription.
A gripping work of Tudor history, Children of England: The Heirs of King Henry VIII 1547–1558 chronicles the turbulent decade following the death of Henry VIII, during which three of his children — Edward VI, Lady Jane Grey, and Mary I — successively claimed the English throne. Alison Weir, one of Britain's most respected popular historians, presents a vivid and meticulously researched account of power, religion, and dynastic ambition in mid-sixteenth-century England. With authoritative prose, she uncovers the political intrigues, religious upheavals, and personal dramas that shaped a nation teetering between Protestantism and Catholicism. The narrative illuminates not only the young monarchs themselves but also the scheming nobles and advisors who sought to exploit their youth and vulnerability for political gain. A compelling and accessible read, this work stands as an essential portrait of one of England's most consequential — and often overlooked — periods of royal history.
Author: Alison Weir
Format: Paperback
Genre: British & Irish history
Condition remarks:
Condition: Good to fair. Paperback. Page Condition: Good - possible tanning. Markings: possible previous owner inscription.
A gripping work of Tudor history, Children of England: The Heirs of King Henry VIII 1547–1558 chronicles the turbulent decade following the death of Henry VIII, during which three of his children — Edward VI, Lady Jane Grey, and Mary I — successively claimed the English throne. Alison Weir, one of Britain's most respected popular historians, presents a vivid and meticulously researched account of power, religion, and dynastic ambition in mid-sixteenth-century England. With authoritative prose, she uncovers the political intrigues, religious upheavals, and personal dramas that shaped a nation teetering between Protestantism and Catholicism. The narrative illuminates not only the young monarchs themselves but also the scheming nobles and advisors who sought to exploit their youth and vulnerability for political gain. A compelling and accessible read, this work stands as an essential portrait of one of England's most consequential — and often overlooked — periods of royal history.