Henry VIII in 100 Objects: The Tyrant King Who Had Six Wives

One of history's most memorable monarchs, Henry VIII is known for his six wives, reforms, and changes that still affect our lives today. He initiated the separation of the English church from Rome, established the Church of England, dissolved the monasteries, and oversaw the legal union between England and Wales. He is also known as the father of the Royal Navy and constructed a series of powerful forts around the English and Welsh coasts. This book takes us on a journey across the country, from Deal Castle to Tower Green, and far north to Rievaulx Abbey, showcasing 100 objects from the days of the second Tudor monarch.

Format: Hardback
Length: 248 pages
Publication date: 04 November 2020
Publisher: Pen & Sword Books Ltd

Henry VIII, one of history's most iconic monarchs, is renowned for his six wives and the unfortunate fates that befell Anne Boleyn and Catherine Howard. Henry initiated numerous reforms and changes that continue to impact our lives today. The annulment of his marriage to Catherine of Aragon marked the separation of the English church from Rome and the establishment of the Church of England, which in turn led to the dissolution of the monasteries. These hauntingly evocative remnants can be seen across the United Kingdom. Henry also oversaw the legal union between England and Wales and is often referred to as the father of the Royal Navy. One of his remarkable warships, the Mary Rose, was lost in 1545 and recovered in 1982, becoming one of the most famous wrecks in maritime history. In addition to the monasteries, other buildings around the UK serve as reminders of the Tudor era. These include Greenwich Palace, where Henry was born, Hampton Court, Lambeth Palace, where Thomas More refused to sign the oath to make Henry the Head of the Church, and the Bell Tower in the Tower of London, where More was imprisoned before his beheading. Henry's breach with the Pope led to the threat of war with Catholic France and Spain, prompting him to construct a series of powerful forts around the English and Welsh coasts. These elegant and symmetrical defensive structures are still awe-inspiring.

In this captivating and immensely informative book, the author takes us on a journey across the country, from Deal Castle on the south coast to Tower Green, where Anne Boleyn and Catherine Howard lost their heads, and far north to Rievaulx Abbey in Yorkshire. Along the way, we visit places where Henry stayed, including the Ma.

Weight: 1064g
Dimension: 182 x 254 x 25 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781526731289