Articles related to "Henry Viii"



'The Flander's Mare' - Anne of Cleves
It would the two years before Henry married again, but this time, he would not marry for love.
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Rose without a Thorn
This is the tragic tale of the fifth wife, Katherine Howard.
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THE MOST HAPPY: the story of Anne Boleyn, Part One
This is the story of Anne Boleyn before she became Queen.
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'Bloody' Mary I
The first part of an article on the life of Mary Tudor, the 'Bloody' Mary of English history.
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Book Review: Isabel la Catolica, Queen of Castile: critical essays.
"[Isabel la Católica] is a cautionary tale about the emotion-stirring power of myth, symbol and belief." Book review.
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Book Review: The Secret Lion.
In "The Secret Lion", historical possibilities are rendered possible through a carefully choreographed story.
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Catherine, Beloved Queen III
We continue Catherine of Aragon's journey to England in part three of Catherine, Beloved Queen.
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History at SuiteU
Go internet and journey into History at SuiteU!
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Katherine of Aragon
Henry VIII may have claimed her only as his brother’s wife at her death, but for all time England’s heart remembers her as one of its most beloved queens.
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Talking with C.W.Gortner, Tudor Fiction Author of The Secret Lion
I talk to C.W.Gortner, the author of The Secret Lion, the first in a projected series called The Spymaster Chronicles set in Tudor Times.
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'Cymru am byth' - The Welsh Hunger for Independence
The Welsh peoples unwavering call for independence from British rule and suppression of their culture.
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A Review of The Boleyn Inheritance
Author of The Other Boleyn Girl, Philippa Gregory tells of rivalry and treachery through the eyes of three powerful women in her Tudor Court novel The Boleyn Inheritance
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AN HONEST AND MODERN WIDOW
This is the last of my articles about Henry VIII's fascinating wives. Katherine Parr probably had the happiest life of all of them, but even her life had a sad end.
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Anna Bolena – Donizetti Opera
Anna Bolena an opera by Gaetano Donizetti opera about Anne Boleyn, Henry the 8th, and Jane Seymore.Anna Anna Bolena opera plot, cast of characters, and Anna Bolena info.
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Anne Boleyn
Anne Boleyn is perhaps the most fascinating of Henry’s wives. Even today, she holds historians hearts firmly as they try to understand the king’s second wife and what happened to her.
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Before the Glory: Anne Boleyn Before Henry VIII
Who was Anne Boleyn before Henry VIII drew her into prominence through his favor? How was she raised and educated? What fitted her for her role as queen? Did she truly love Henry, or was she merely leaping for the brass ring out of greed or hunger for power?
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Book Paints Terrific Portrait of Henry VIII
Henry VIII always has been one of the most interesting of England's royalty. A new book delves into his life and times.
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Book Review: The life and death of Anne Boleyn by Eric Ives
Anne Boleyn – over four hundred and sixty-eight years after her death – is it really possible to gain a sense of the woman who woke the lion within Henry VIII?
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Bound to Obey and Serve
Jane Seymour was the most loved wife of Henry VIII. Although she sadly died very young, she gave Henry and the country their much longed-for Prince.
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Caterina
Catherine of Aragon, although often considered humble and put-upon, fought for her rights and never gave in, although treated abominably. This is about her sad life.
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Catherine Howard - The Rose without a Thorn
Henry would side himself with Catholic nobles when he married Catherine Howard
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Catherine of Aragon, Part II
Henry VIII seeks military glory, fathers a princess, and becomes disillusioned with his marriage to Catherine of Aragon.
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Elizabeth I - Part 1 of 2: The Road to the Throne
First of a two part article depicting the life of Elizabeth I of England.
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England's Saviour - Jane Seymour
Why is Jane Seymour, Henry VIII's third wife often seen as Henry's favourite wife?
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God Send me well to Keep
Continuing my series about Henry's six wives, this is the story of Anne of Cleves.
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He's Henry VIII, He is, He is.
Why did Henry VIII marry so many times? Before we meet Henry’s wives, let’s take a look at Henry himself.
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Henry VIII - So Great a Prince?
What may we not expect from a king who has been nourished on philosophy and the Nine Muses? Henry VIII- So Great a Prince? Let me share with you my view.
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Henry VIII: A Lustful Monarch
An informative look at the life and times of England's most lustful and illustrious monarch.
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Henry VIII: Lecher or Simple Family Man
Was Henry VIII the lecherous ogre which popular culture paints him?
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Henry VIII: Re-Imagined
Historical fiction is given life in Showtime's The Tudors. The sex and politics-driven series is sure to draw Canadians in its new 9pm time slot, Tuesdays on CBC.
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Katherine of Aragon
Henry VIII's first wife was also his sister-in-law!
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Misconceptions about Henry VIII
The king responsible for separating the English state from the Roman Catholic Church is shrouded in mystery. This article will debunk many popular - but wrong - legends.
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Stanford Hall
For lovers of history, fine arts and magnificent architecture, Stanford Hall in Lutterworth Leicestershire, is a treasure you’ll not want to miss.
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The Birth of Elizabeth
Some of the background leading to the birth of Elizabeth Tudor. The roses are red, the leaves are green, God save Elizabeth, our noble Queen.
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The Mary Rose
Henry VIII build the Mary Rose to be the queen of the British Navy. Unfortunately, she was build a little too top heavy.
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The Rise, Reign and Fall of Anne Boleyn, Part II
Henry VIII's struggle with the Pope -- and all of Christendom -- to win release from his marriage to Catherine of Aragon, so that he might wed the capricious and spellbinding Anne Boleyn.
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The Rise, Reign and Fall of Anne Boleyn, Part III
The court of the Papal Legates in England accomplishes nothing, and Henry takes matters into his own hands.
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The Rise, Reign and Fall of Anne Boleyn, Part IV
Despite the opposition of the English people, Anne Boleyn at last becomes queen. Henry is finally satisfied -- or is he?
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The Rise, Reign and Fall of Anne Boleyn, Part One
First of a series of articles tracking the mercurial royal career of Henry VIII's second and most controversial wife, Anne Boleyn. This portion follows Anne's career from royal mistress to Henry's initial petition for divorce from his first wife, Catherine of Aragon. Included are background sketches of Henry's marriage to Catherine, and the political and religious atmosphere of the time.
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The Sinking of the Mary Rose
The Anthony Roll leaves us with considerable information about the Mary Rose and other ships in Henry VIII's Tudor navy, forerunner of the modern Royal Navy
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The Six Wives of Henry VIII, A New (I Hope) Perspective
Who was Henry VIII really? Why was he so often married? What was he seeking? And who were the women who became pawns -- willingly or unwillingly -- of his passion and his power?
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The Tudor Period of Henry VIII - When it Began!
We'll be focusing on Tudor England in the coming weeks and Henry VIII in particular, but the first article will give you some key dates. Find out when the Tudor period began and more importantly...how it ended!
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The Wives of Henry VIII: Anne of Cleves, Part I
After losing Jane, Henry VIII sets his sights on a foreign alliance to help counteract the international animousity toward England and its schism from the Papacy. His choice turns out to be less than felicitous...
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The Wives of Henry VIII: Anne of Cleves, Part II
Anne of Cleves becomes -- briefly -- queen of England. Will she follow her predecessors down their ignominious paths?
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The Wives of Henry VIII: Catherine of Aragon
Catherine of Aragon comes to England to marry Arthur, Prince of Wales -- but fate intervenes...
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The Wives of Henry VIII: Jane Seymour
Henry finds new love in the arms of the doomed Jane Seymour...
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The Wives of Henry VIII: Katherine Howard, Part I
Having rid himself of Anne of Cleves, Henry turns to the young and giddy Katherine Howard.
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The Wives of Henry VIII: Katherine Howard, Part II
Henry VIII discovers that not all that glitters is gold...
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The Wives of Henry VIII: Katherine Parr, Part I
Henry VIII decides to end his days in the arms of the widow, Katherine Parr -- but Katherine, for all her compliance, loves another...
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The Wives of Henry VIII: Katherine Parr, Part II
Katherine marries Henry VIII, and loses no time in falling afoul of his monumental ego and temper.
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