The Six Wives of Henry VIII | 
| Author: Alison Weir
Publisher: Grove Press
Category: Book
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Rating:  157 reviews
Sales Rank: 2907
Media: Paperback
Edition: 1st Grove Press Paperback
Pages: 656
Number Of Items: 1
Shipping Weight (lbs): 2
Dimensions (in): 9.1 x 6.1 x 1.5
ISBN: 0802136834
Dewey Decimal Number: 942.0520922
EAN: 9780802136831
ASIN: 0802136834
Publication Date: January 10, 1991
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The tempestuous, bloody, and splendid reign of Henry VIII of England (1509-1547) is one of the most fascinating in all history, not least for his marriage to six extraordinary women. In this accessible work of brilliant scholarship, Alison Weir draws on early biographies, letters, memoirs, account books, and diplomatic reports to bring these women to life. Catherine of Aragon emerges as a staunch though misguided woman of principle; Anne Boleyn, an ambitious adventuress with a penchant for vengeance; Jane Seymour, a strong-minded matriarch in the making; Anne of Cleves, a good-natured and innocent woman naively unaware of the court intrigues that determined her fate; Catherine Howard, an empty-headed wanton; and Catherine Parr, a warm-blooded bluestocking who survived King Henry to marry a fourth time.
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Great Read! June 13, 2009
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What a wonderful book! I found it very entertaining as well as informative. The Six Wives of Henry VIII has quickly become one of my favorite books to read.
Kept my interest! June 11, 2009
S. Addy (England (US born))
I love to read, but I am one who has to really concentrate to take in books. Something has to be very interesting for me not to be distracted. I was suprised to find out this book was one that kept me interested no matter what was going on around me. I am very happy I bought this.
Great book and a interesting read.... June 8, 2009
Lucinda M. Sloan (Oshkosh WI)
This is the second book I have read by Alison Weir. She does a wonderful job of making larger then life historical figures venerable as well as accessible. I highly recommend this well written and deeply researched book to those who are interested. I will soon be on to my third book by her which is about Henry's children and I anticipate I will not be disappointed. For those interested Elizabeth I is great as well.
 easy read May 30, 2009
Elaine Hill
To be a historical book, this is an easy, interesting read. With so much interest in English history, this is a good book to read.
a great, cohesive read May 22, 2009
Kara (PA)
This book was very informative as to the personal lives of the six queens. Weir was able to tell a story full of facts without reading like a history book. She also addresses some of the rumors circulating during the period about some of the queens and why they may or may not be true. Overall, a satisfying read.
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