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The most comprehensive history of Tudor England for more than thirty years. (Observer )
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The most comprehensive history of Tudor England for more than thirty years. Observer
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25 of 25 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
In the preface to this book, John Guy states that one of his aims in writing it was to provide 'a clear narrative account of the period of English history from 1460 to the death of Elizabeth I in a manner equally accessible to the general reader and to the student.' In this the book is an unqualified success; though the author presumes some familiarity with the era, it is a great narrative of England during their reign, presenting complex events in a straightforward and comprehensible manner.
Guy's focus is primarily on political and religious themes of the period, though he includes chapters on the economy, society, and culture as a means of fully developing his argument. Such an approach is understandable, given that the development of the state is one of the major events of 16th century England. The key figure in this, as with so much else in Tudor history, is Henry VIII, whose innovations would be felt for the remainder of the century.
Written with clarity and wit, Guy's book is the best single-volume history of the Tudor era. My only complaint is that, given his other professed goal of offering a synthesis of current research, a new edition is needed to maintain the book’s usefulness as a survey account. I can only hope that Guy does so before too many readers dismiss what is otherwise an excellent overview of Tudor rule.
6 of 9 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
I bought this book last year, and is generally my history bible. I use it for nearly all my essays as it covers both Henry and Elizabeth. I find this book vital, as John guy gives an great account the both reigns with out feeling, patronised or disheartened. Its great for essay quotes, and is easierly accessable, a great must!
8 of 12 people found the following review helpful
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An easily understood yet thorough summary of Tudor England for 'A'-level students that still finds its way onto undergraduate reading lists.
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Good if a little, well... dull.
John Guy's "Tudor England" is a well-researched book, crammed with facts and analysis, and is handy to have whether you're studying at 'A' level or are a university undergrad. Read more
Published on 28 Dec 2007 by Deadletters
The bible
Enough said in the title really. This book is the bible of tudor history at A level. If you want to do well, you need it. simple as that.
Published on 19 Nov 2007 by F. Woods
Brilliant - a History student's bible
Wow, this book certainly lived up to my expectations. Professor Guy writes in just as absorbingly good a fashion as he lectures. Read more
Published on 13 Jan 2004
Fantastic coverage of the entire Tudor period
This book is invaluable to anyone who is studying the Tudor period. It provides a good introduction to the major issues of the reign and shows thorough research. Read more
Published on 14 Nov 1999
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