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Henry Viii: The Charismatic King Who Reforged A Nation

Henry VIII is Britain's most notorious monarch, remembered for his six wives and splitting the church in two for the sake of annulling his first marriage.

But few know the full story of his tempestuous reign.

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Henry VIII is Britain's most notorious monarch, remembered for his six wives & splitting the church in two for the sake of annulling his first marriage.

But few know the full story of his tempestuous reign.

This captivating biography chronicles Henry VIII's life & times, from his early childhood at Eltham to his dominant role as one of the leading players on the international stage.

It

Includes:: his love affairs, military campaigns, the scheming & plotting of his courtiers & the way in which sex & politics were sometimes fatally intertwined with the Tudor Court.

Including useful fact boxes & wonderful illustrations, this accessible book breaks down how Henry transformed the political, religious & social face of Britain.

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  • ISBN: 9781838575854
  • Author:  Kathy Elgin
  • Publisher:  Arcturus
  • Format: Paperback
  • Pages: 256
  • Dimensions: 15.4 x 23.3 x 2.1cm

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