The Life of Anne Boleyn (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781163201817)

""The Life of Anne Boleyn"" by Philip W. Sergeant is a comprehensive biography of one of the most controversial figures in English history. Anne Boleyn, the second wife of King Henry VIII, is known for her role in the English Reformation and her eventual execution for treason. Sergeant's book delves into Anne's early life, including her upbringing in the court of Burgundy and her education in France. The author also explores Anne's rise to power in the English court, her marriage to King Henry VIII, and her role in the religious and political changes of the time. Sergeant provides a detailed analysis of Anne's downfall, including her failed pregnancies, her alleged adultery, and her trial and execution. He also examines the impact of Anne's life on English history, including the establishment of the Church of England and the reigns of subsequent monarchs. Overall, ""The Life of Anne Boleyn"" offers a thorough and engaging portrait of a complex historical figure, shedding light on both her personal life and her impact on the wider world.1924. With 16 Illustrations. The biography of Anne Boleyn attracted the attention of King Henry VIII, who at that point had been married to Catherine of Aragon for decades. In the hopes that a new marriage would bring him a son, Henry sought a divorce from Catherine so that he could marry Anne, and set into motion a chain of events that would irrevocably break the Church of England from the Catholic Church. See other titles by this author available from Kessinger Publishing.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: Philip W. Sergeant
ISBN-10: 1163201812
ISBN-13: 9781163201817
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 364
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.55lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.94d