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Tudors: The History Of England Volume II: The History Of England By Ackroyd, Peter By Thriftbooks
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This book is a great resource for those interested in history and the Tudor period, providing a comprehensive overview of the Reformation, the English Civil War, and the iconic Elizabeth. Peter Ackroyd's writing style is easy to read and understand, and the book is well-researched and informative. However, some graphic descriptions of torture and executions may be upsetting to some readers.
This used book is in Good condition. Peter Ackroyd, one of Britain's most acclaimed writers, brings the age of the Tudors to vivid life in this monumental book in his The History of England series. Tudors is the story of Henry VIII's relentless pursuit of both the perfect wife and the perfect heir; of how the brief reign of the teenage king, Edward VI, gave way to the violent reimposition of Catholicism and the stench of bonfires under Bloody Mary. It tells, too, of the long reign of Elizabeth I, which, though marked by civil strife, plots against her, and even an invasion force, finally brought stability. Above all, it is the story of the Englis…
This used book is in Good condition. Peter Ackroyd, one of Britain's most acclaimed writers, brings the age of the Tudors to vivid life in this monumental book in his The History of England series. Tudors is the story of Henry VIII's relentless pursuit of both the perfect wife and the perfect heir; of how the brief reign of the teenage king, Edward VI, gave way to the violent reimposition of Catholicism and the stench of bonfires under Bloody Mary. It tells, too, of the long reign of Elizabeth I, which, though marked by civil strife, plots against her, and even an invasion force, finally brought stability. Above all, it is the story of the English Reformation and the making of the Anglican Church. At the beginning of the sixteenth century, England was still largely feudal and looked to Rome for direction; at its end, it was a country where good governance was the duty of the state, not the church, and where men and women began to look to themselves for answers rather than to those who ruled them. By thriftbooks [ 9781447236818 ]
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This book is a great resource for those interested in history and the Tudor period, providing a comprehensive overview of the Reformation, the English Civil War, and the iconic Elizabeth. Peter Ackroyd's writing style is easy to read and understand, and the book is well-researched and informative. However, some graphic descriptions of torture and executions may be upsetting to some readers.
Pros
- Beautifully written
- Informative on the subject
- Insightful on Elizabeth I
- Informative on English politics
- Well-researched
Cons
- Too much focus on church reformation
- Lacks historical context
- Overly detailed for some readers
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This used book is in Good condition. Peter Ackroyd, one of Britain's most acclaimed writers, brings the age of the Tudors to vivid life in this monumental book in his The History of England series. Tudors is the story of Henry VIII's relentless pursuit of both the perfect wife and the perfect heir; of how the brief reign of the teenage king, Edward VI, gave way to the violent reimposition of Catholicism and the stench of bonfires under Bloody Mary. It tells, too, of the long reign of Elizabeth I, which, though marked by civil strife, plots against her, and even an invasion force, finally brought stability. Above all, it is the story of the English Reformation and the making of the Anglican Church. At the beginning of the sixteenth century, England was still largely feudal and looked to Rome for direction; at its end, it was a country where good governance was the duty of the state, not the church, and where men and women began to look to themselves for answers rather than to those who ruled them. By thriftbooks [ 9781447236818 ]
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