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‘A remarkable achievement’ Mary Stewart
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This is the story of England’s most famous, and notorious, king. The facts of Henry VIII’s life and reign were more astonishing, poignant and outlandish than the plot twists of most fiction. Henry’s character was complex: he was a charismatic, ardent – and brash – young lover who married six times; a scholar with a deep love of poetry and music; an energetic hunter who loved the outdoors; a monarch whose lack of a male heir haunted him incessantly; and a ruthless leader who would stop at nothing to achieve his desires. His monumental decision to split from Rome and the Catholic Church was one that would forever shape the religious and political landscape of Britain. Combining magnificent storytelling with an extraordinary grasp of the pleasures and perils of power, Margaret George delivers a vivid portrait of Henry VIII and Tudor England and the powerhouse of players on its stage: Thomas Cromwell, Cardinal Wolsey, Thomas More and Anne Boleyn. It is also a narrative told from an original perspective: Margaret George writes from the King’s point of view, injecting irreverent comments from Will Somers – Henry’s jester and confidant.
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47 of 47 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
I have read this book 3 times now and I know I will read it again. It is totally gripping and the character portrayals of the King and his court are thoroughly convincing. Some of the most poignant moments made me want to weep, as when Henry hears of the death of Katherine of Aragon, and mourns her (and the boy he used to be), realising she was the "wife of his youth" and one of the last people who could remember him as a young king, full of good health and promise for the future. His agony when he discovers the adultery of Catherine Howard is equally moving. The court comes and goes (Wolsey, More,Brandon, Cromwell all have their moment and are gone) but Henry lingers on, the golden youth transformed into the sick old man. The book is historically accurate and sometimes unbearably moving. Ms George has done a stunning job in portraying our most famous, and yet perhaps little-understood monarch, not as a monster but as a charismatic and sometimes misguided human being.
37 of 40 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
I am an avid reader, so for me to say that this is the best book I have ever read means it`s something special. It is sometimes difficult to remember that this is a novel rather than a genuine autobiography, the feel of the writing is so real. The historical detail is accurate, due no doubt to the huge amount of research carried out by the author, (over 300 books!). This book makes you consider the complicated life of Henry VIII from his point of view, rather from the point of view of a bystander, and makes you consider that the decisions he made in his life were perhaps more influenced by other people, (Wolsey, Cromwell for example), than first thought - `the power behind the throne` perhaps? The fact that this book is a little over 900 pages in length is another bonus. If, like me, you are a fast reader, sometimes the story is over almost before it has begun. In this case you have something to savour. I simply could not put it down, I read it at home, at the dentists, at the hospital and in the car while my husband was in a shop!. It takes you back to Tudor England and makes you want to stay! It is totally addictive! All in all a delightful book which is wonderful value for money. Highly recommended.
6 of 6 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
I would like to echo the other customer reviews I have read. Henry VIII becomes a complex and fascinating individual and the author keeps the writing fresh right up to the last page of a very long book.
It is the sort of book you can keep going back to, discovering new layers and nuances each time.
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My favourite book of all time!
For a historical NOVEL the accuracy to history is pretty impressive. As long as people realise this is a NOVEL not a history book they will enjoy! Read more
Published 5 months ago by book_worm
A Tudor Must-Read
Having watched 'The Tudors' on TV, I was interested in learning more about Henry VIII and this book did the job perfectly. Read more
Published 9 months ago by C. Geary
The Autobiography of Henry VIII
I first read this novel in my teens, and was disappointed (in fact, I don't think I finished it). Since then, I have read many other fictional and non-fictional accounts of Henry's... Read more
Published 9 months ago by Sarah
Henry VIII
Henry was a gread read, I had read this book, when it was first published so was reallly pleased to re read it,,all of her books are,great,,
Published 11 months ago by Mrs. A. Rhodes
Henry VIII, the real man
The book was bought as a present for a friend who had watched the series on the TV and got interested in the man. Read more
Published 12 months ago by Multi-view
historical heaven
Having been an avid historical fiction reader for some years, to me, this is the pinnacle of historical fiction. Read more
Published 12 months ago by history junkie
Exam Success!
Half of my AS Level History course was a source paper based on Henry VIII and his early reign. The first time I sat the paper, I got an E. Read more
Published 14 months ago by Mrs. J. Hawkins
autobiography of Henry VIII
This is an great read for all Tudor enthusiasts. Margaret George has got an excellent grasp of the Tudor period, and the content is well researched. I couldn't put the book down!
Published 14 months ago by sallybarker
'orrible 'enry - you decide?
Definitely not! if you read this most incredible book! It is an absolute delight to read and I enjoyed all 932 pages! Read more
Published 19 months ago by Gella
THUMPING GOOD READ!
With 'The Tudors' bringing the life of Henry the 8th to a wider audience on TV, (whilst at the same time causing my historian brother to beat his head against the table!!! Read more
Published 20 months ago by Scots Lass
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