Hunting the Falcon : Henry VIII, Anne Boleyn and the Marriage That Shook Europe by John Guy 9781526631534

Hunting the Falcon : Henry VIII, Anne Boleyn and the Marriage That Shook Europe

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Embark on a riveting journey through one of history's most consequential unions in "Hunting the Falcon". This groundbreaking work, lauded by TLS, The Times, Prospect, and Waterstones, offers a fresh perspective on the tumultuous marriage of Henry VIII and Anne Boleyn, revealing how their relationship reverberated across Europe and forever altered England's trajectory.

John Guy and Julia Fox, drawing upon the latest archival discoveries, masterfully peel back layers of historical conjecture to present a startlingly new portrait of Anne and Henry. Their meticulous research challenges long-held assumptions about the limited influence of 16th-century women, even queens, in patriarchal societies. The authors paint Anne as a formidable political strategist in her own right, one who deftly steered Henry's policies and was even considered for joint sovereignty.

This sumptuous retelling pays particular attention to Anne's enigmatic seven years in France and explores her innovative reorganisation of the royal court - decisions that ultimately sowed the seeds of her downfall. Guy and Fox expertly weave their findings into the broader tapestry of European politics during a pivotal era, offering readers an exhilarating exploration of love, lust, politics, and power.

"Hunting the Falcon" combines rigorous historical analysis with narrative flair, bringing Anne Boleyn to life in a manner that both moves and informs. It presents the most cogent interpretation of evidence to date, replacing speculation with certainty in many instances. This tour de force of historical scholarship promises to be as educational as it is enthralling - a must-read for history enthusiasts and casual readers alike.

Product Information:

Book ISBN: 9781526631534
Book Author: John Guy
Book Format: Paperback / softback
Book Imprint: Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
Book Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
Book Dimensions: 128 x 198 x 41 cm
Book Publication Date: 2024-06-06
Book Pagination: 624 pages
Book Weight: 464g

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Sherlock & Pages is a little bookshop with a big heart. We are based in Frome, Somerset, England and curate lists of books in the areas we are passionate about – landscape, nature, history, and heritage. In short, the conservation of all we’ve inherited and all we are responsible to pass on. We aim to inspire and be inspired, to form a literary culture of care and passion about this precious planet we call home.

This is a shop where you might find something you haven’t seen before, and we like to think we’ve got something for everyone. We choose each of our books with care and for a reason. This is because our physical store is small but beautifully formed, holding only around 1200 titles at any one time. We try and recreate the feel of the shop wherever we are online, to reflect our niche categories and personality.

We have an active social media presence and aim to share our story with all our friends. The long-term goal is to build a hub for the books and writers we believe in. Who knows where our adventure will lead but by supporting Sherlock & Pages you’re helping us to add a further layer of magic to our little corner of the world. If you haven’t visited our physical store, one day you might just make a literary pilgrimage down to Somerset.

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