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The King's Pleasure

A Novel of Henry VIII

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The narrative explores the duality of Henry's reign, contrasting his early idealism as a Renaissance prince with the violence that ultimately defined his legacy. While he initiated a religious revolution and is infamous for his marital betrayals, the book reveals his contributions to governance, naval power, and the arts. A passionate figure seeking love and a male heir, Henry's complexities suggest that his reign could have shaped a different England under more favorable circumstances. This portrayal humanizes a monarch whose legacy remains both revered and reviled.

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The King's Pleasure, Alisom Weir

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2023
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Titre
The King's Pleasure
Sous-titre
A Novel of Henry VIII
Langue
Anglais
Format
rigide
Pages
608
ISBN13
9780593355060
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The narrative explores the duality of Henry's reign, contrasting his early idealism as a Renaissance prince with the violence that ultimately defined his legacy. While he initiated a religious revolution and is infamous for his marital betrayals, the book reveals his contributions to governance, naval power, and the arts. A passionate figure seeking love and a male heir, Henry's complexities suggest that his reign could have shaped a different England under more favorable circumstances. This portrayal humanizes a monarch whose legacy remains both revered and reviled.