Memoirs Of Henry The Eighth Of England: With The Fortunes, Fates And Characters Of His Six Wives. (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781432621629)

Memoirs of Henry the Eighth of England: With the Fortunes, Fates and Characters of His Six Wives is a historical book written by Henry William Herbert. The book is a detailed account of the life and reign of King Henry VIII of England, one of the most famous monarchs in English history. The author provides an in-depth look at the king's personal life, including his marriages, affairs, and family relationships. The book is divided into two parts. The first part focuses on Henry VIII's life and reign, covering his childhood, accession to the throne, and his many political and military achievements. The author also delves into the king's religious beliefs, his relationship with the Church, and his role in the English Reformation. The second part of the book is dedicated to the six wives of Henry VIII. The author provides a detailed account of each marriage, including the circumstances of the union, the personalities of the wives, and the reasons for their eventual downfall. The book also explores the impact of Henry VIII's marriages on English history, including the establishment of the Church of England and the succession of his daughter, Queen Elizabeth I. Overall, Memoirs of Henry the Eighth of England: With the Fortunes, Fates and Characters of His Six Wives is a fascinating and informative read for anyone interested in English history, the Tudor dynasty, or the life of one of England's most famous monarchs.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: Henry William Herbert
ISBN-10: 1432621629
ISBN-13: 9781432621629
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 05/17/2005
Pages: 456
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.84lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 1.13d