Books matching: katherine howard
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Save:"The Boleyn Inheritance" by Philippa Gregory continues the story of the wives of King Henry VIII, focusing on Anne of Cleves, Katherine Howard, and Jane Boleyn. The novel is narrated from the perspectives of these three key female characters, providing insight into the intrigue of the court, the King's health and temper, and the fate of the wives number three and four. The alternating first-person narratives offer a detailed exploration of the lives of these lesser-known historical figures, bringing them to life within the context of Henry VIII's court and marriages.
Well, I must say that it is all well and good to be married, but I have not had half the wedding that she had. There was no great reception for me at Greenwich, and no riding out on a beautiful horse ...
(Also, see 100 recommendations for the series The Plantagenet and Tudor Novels ) - #2
Save:'Love, Remember Me' by Bertrice Small is a historical romance set in Henry VIII's court, blending fact with fiction to provide an entertaining and educational look at court life. The story follows Nyssa and Varien, a couple whose relationship evolves throughout the book, capturing the readers' hearts with the intricate details Small adds to make the plot more engaging. The novel also intertwines the tragic story of Katherine Howard, portraying her as a pawn for her ambitious family, while showcasing Nyssa Wyndham as a strong and endearing character who becomes a friend to Katherine.
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Save:Ford Madox Ford's 'The Fifth Queen' is a fictionalized account of Katherine Howard, the fifth wife of Henry VIII, depicted as a young, pious woman yearning for a return to Catholicism. The plot revolves around Katherine's entrance into Henry's court, her accidental rise to become Queen, and her struggles with the machinations of Cromwell and the consequences of her own actions. The novel is described as a suspenseful and engaging portrayal of Henry VIII's court near the end of his reign, highlighting the deep ambivalence felt in England about the Reformation.
MAGISTER NICHOLAS UDAL, the Lady Mary’s pedagogue, was very hungry and very cold. He stood undecided in the mud of a lane in the Austin Friars. The quickset hedges on either side were only waist high ...
