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100 1 _aTree, Herbert Beerbohm, Sir,
_d1852-1917
245 1 0 _aHenry VIII and His Court :
_b6th edition
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2010
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
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337 _acomputer
_bc
_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
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500 _aRelease date is 2010-04-02
508 _aProduced by Walt Farrell and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net. (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/Canadian Libraries.)
520 _a"Henry VIII and His Court" by Herbert Beerbohm Tree is a historical account written in the early 20th century, providing an insightful examination of the notable figures connected to the reign of King Henry VIII, particularly as depicted in Shakespeare's play about him. The book focuses on the interplay of politics, personal relationships, and cultural dynamics that characterized the court during this tumultuous period, emphasizing the complexities of Henry VIII’s character and reign. The narrative delves into the lives and influences of key figures like Cardinal Wolsey, Katharine of Aragon, and Anne Boleyn, exploring their roles in the political machinations of the time. The author paints a vivid portrait of Henry, showcasing his charm, vulnerabilities, and the contradictions that marked his rule—particularly in relation to his marriages and the consequential split with the Catholic Church. Tree’s writing captures the intricate web of ambition, love, and betrayal that defined the court, ultimately leading to the Reformation and significant shifts in English history. Through a blend of character sketches and contextual history, the book aims to enrich the reader's understanding of the dramatic events surrounding Henry VIII and their portrayal in Shakespearean drama. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aGreat Britain -- History -- Henry VIII, 1509-1547
653 _aGreat Britain -- Kings and rulers -- Biography
653 _aGreat Britain -- Court and courtiers -- History -- 16th century
653 _aHenry VIII, King of England, 1491-1547 -- Relations with courts and courtiers
653 _aShakespeare, William, 1564-1616. King Henry VIII
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/31864
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