A Brief History of Henry VIII

King, Reformer, Tyrant

By: Derek Wilson

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Paperback | 12 February 2009 | Edition Number 1

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Henry VIII changed the course of English life more completely than any monarch since the Norman Conquest. In the portraits of Holbein, Henry VIII stands proud as one of the most powerful figures in renaissance Europe. But is the portrait just a bluff?

In his new book, Derek Wilson explores the myths behind the image of the Tudor Lion. He was the monarch that delivered the Reformation to England yet Luther called him 'A fool, a liar and a damnable rotten worm'.

As a young man he gained a reputation as an intellectual and fair prince yet he ruled the nation like a tyrant. He treated his subjects as cruelly as he treated his wives. Based on a wealth of new material and a life time's knowledge of the subject Derek Wilson exposes a new portrait of a much misunderstood King.

About the Author

Derek Wilson is an award-winning historian and author of the highly acclaimed biographies of Hans Holbein and Sir Francis Walsingham, and The Uncrowned Kings of England. He runs the annual Cambridge History festival and lives in Devon. His website is: www.derekwilson.com.

Industry Reviews

'Perfect for anyone wanting a readable account that gets behind the myth to the man.' The Good Book Guide

'This masterful biography breaks new ground in its portrayal of a monarch who, perhaps more than any other, changed the course of our history ... Wilson does an excellent job of separating myth from fact.' Choice Magazine

'Derek Wilson, author of two well-received Tudor history books, has written an enjoyable and readable account of the man.' Catholic Herald

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