King is Dead

One of the most intriguing and contested documents in British history, King Henry VIII's will was read, stamped, and sealed on January 28, 1547. It confirmed the line of succession as Edward, Mary, and Elizabeth, as well as the Grey and Suffolk families.

\n Format: Paperback / softback
\n Length: 256 pages
\n Publication date: 03 September 2020
\n Publisher: Head of Zeus
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On January 28, 1547, a remarkable event unfolded at Whitehall, as the ailing and obese King Henry VIII passed away. Just hours before his demise, his final will and testament had been meticulously read, duly stamped, and securely sealed. This testament, which confirmed the line of succession as Edward, Mary, and Elizabeth, and subsequently the Grey and Suffolk families, also outlined bequests to the king's most trusted counselors and servants. Henry VIII's will stands as one of the most intriguing and contentious documents in British history. Historians have engaged in heated debates regarding its intended meaning, authenticity, and validity, as well as the circumstances surrounding its creation. In addition to providing a comprehensive background to the drafting of the will and detailing Henry's final days, Suzannah Lipscomb offers a unique and enlightening interpretation of one of the most significant constitutional documents of the Tudor period. This book is a bold and original attempt to unravel one of the great mysteries of English history.

\n Weight: 210g\n
Dimension: 129 x 197 x 22 (mm)\n
ISBN-13: 9781838937430\n
Edition number: Reissue\n