A learned, perceptive survey and analysis of Henry's marital problems and the prevailing religious and European political issues which made providing a proper and lawful succession of such paramount importance, both for Kings and aristocrats. Although written from the woman's perspective - and Fraser details the status and everyday lives of women in general as well as the royal wives - she is unbiased ("a miracle of impartiality" - A L Rowse). A wonderfully entertaining and instructive read.
(Kathie Somerwil Ayrton - bwl 77 Summer 2015 ) |
