Six Wives: The Queens of Henry VIII by David Starkey offers a richly detailed and engaging portrait of Henry VIII’s six wives.
Combining meticulous research with vivid storytelling, Starkey explores the personalities, politics, and power struggles that shaped Tudor England through the lives of Catherine of Aragon, Anne Boleyn, Jane Seymour, Anne of Cleves, Catherine Howard, and Catherine Parr.
The book brings to life the drama, ambition, and tragedy of the Tudor court, offering fresh insights into the women who shaped a dynasty.
Details:
- ISBN: 9780701172985
- Pages: 856
- Publisher: Chatto & Windus (2003)
- Format: Hardcover
Opusmagnus –
One of the best history books I’ve read. Detailed, meticulously researched and well-written. Who would want to have been married to this tyrant?