Author(s): Alex Woolf

Non-Fiction

The Tudor monarchs are some of England's best known historical figures. They were a cast of larger-than-life characters including Henry VIII and his six wives, and Elizabeth I, the "Virgin Queen". They also presided over a period of profound change in English society. The Reformation transformed the country forever and the English Renaissance reached its height during Elizabeth's reign, producing famous artists such as William Shakespeare. This dynasty of rulers wielded incredible power and plotted and schemed successfully to keep it. Book jacket.