Henry VIII

King and Court

Alison Weir

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Vintage
01 December 2008

Biography: historical, political & military; Biography: royalty; History; British & Irish history; Early modern history: c 1450 to c 1700

'Alison Weir is one of our best popular historians and one, moreover, with an impressive scholarly pedigree in Tudor history...her latest offering is a very fine book'

- Frank McLynn, Independent

Henry VIII, renowned for his command of power and celebrated for his intellect, presided over one of the most magnificent-and dangerous-courts in Renaissance Europe.

Never before has a detailed, personal biography of this charismatic monarch been set against the cultural, social, and political background of his glittering court. Now Alison Weir brings to vibrant life the turbulent, complex figure of the King. Packed with colourful description, meticulous in historical detail, rich in pageantry, intrigue, passion, and luxury, Weir brilliantly renders King Henry VIII, his court, and the fascinating men and women who vied for its pleasures and rewards.

'Alison Weir is one of our best popular historians and one, moreover, with an impressive scholarly pedigree in Tudor history...her latest offering is a very fine book'

- Frank McLynn, Independent

By: Alison Weir
Imprint: Vintage
Country of Publication: United Kingdom
Dimensions: Height: 198mm, Width: 129mm, Spine: 34mm
Weight: 501g
ISBN: 9780099532422
ISBN 10: 0099532425
Pages: 656
Publication Date: 01 December 2008
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

Alison Weir lives and works in Surrey. Her books include Britain's Royal Families, Elizabeth the Queen and Eleanor of Aquitaine.

Reviews for Henry VIII: King and Court

A glittering evocation of the Tudor Court, its splendour as well as its vulgarity...a responsive, rounded portrait * Daily Telegraph * A compelling, readable account of the life and times of the king who put England firmly on the map of power politics... Good history books ought to change the way we look at ourselves and our nation's past. Henry VIII: King and Court is one such book * Literary Review * Weir provides immense satisfaction. She writes in a pacy, vivid style, engaging the heart as well as the mind * Independent *