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Henry VIII: King and Court

By: Alison Weir
Narrated by: Phyllida Nash
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This magnificent biography of Henry VIII is set against the cultural, social and political background of his court - the most spectacular court ever seen in England - and the splendour of his many sumptuous palaces. An entertaining narrative packed with colourful description and a wealth of anecdotal evidence but also a comprehensive analytical study of the development of both monarch and court during a crucial period in English history. As well as challenging some recent theories, it offers controversial new conclusions based on contemporary evidence that has until now been overlooked. This is a triumph of historical writing which will appeal equally to the general listener and the serious historian.

©2001 Alison Weir (P)2017 Audible, Ltd Europe Great Britain Historical Military & War Politicians Politics & Activism Renaissance Royalty England Middle Ages Tudor Military War Italy
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The true Henry emerges
Alison Weir is a great writer!

Henry VIII - the most magnificent monarch!

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An interesting listen providing real sources rather than historical dramatisation. Another good Alison Weir book.

Entertaining and factual

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I enjoyed this meticulously researched and riveting story of King Henry VIII. It revealed the complexity of the politics, the court life and the power struggles at every level. It gave me a clearer understanding of this part of English history.

Riveting

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Catching up on history which shaped the present. I wonder if Henry was a Type 2 diabetic???

Brilliant insight

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I listened to this non fiction work following my second audio "reading" of Hilary Mantell's Wolf Hall trilogy.
I found Weir's scholarly work (supported by Phyllida Nashs's excellent narration) to be a very informative balance to Mantell's recreation of the Tudor Court, its intrigues and tragedies. I will listen to this (Weir's book) again, and that is high praise from me.

Historical research at its best

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This is the kind of book you could listen to time and time again. The historical details place you right there. Best Tudor book I have read. 25 hours of bliss. Fantastic Narrator

Delicious

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I loved listening to this and it’s awakened a real interest in history for me. Very well narrated, I found that the characters came to life in the detail of their daily lives. More please.

History just got interesting

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This was an excellent book to listen to. Hearing the historical accounts brought to life with a modern monetary comparison made this an excellent read!

History brought to life!

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One of our greatest historical writers with appropriate narration from Phyllida Nash. Whether one agrees with her conclusions, however, is to be debated. Certainly I would not wish to have been a friend.

History with detail and a sense of the man.

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loved it, kinda been binge listening to all her books of late, can't get enough.

The insane knowledge of the author.. Best Ever!

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