Adkins, Laura
Katheryn Parr: Henry VIII's Sixth Queen
- ISBN 13:
- 9781399082853
- author:
- Adkins, Laura
- format:
- Hardback
- publisher:
- Pen and Sword History
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2024
- Pages:
- 208
- Dimensions:
- 23.6 x 15.8 x 2.5 centimetres (0
- Genre:
- History
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 20 working days
Description
Katheryn Parr: A Life of Duty and Devotion This biography explores the complex life of Katheryn Parr, Henry VIII's sixth wife, who defied expectations to become a queen, mother, reformer, and author. Raised with a humanist education, Katheryn navigated her role with intelligence and determination, producing a number of religious texts that showcased her unique perspective. As regent for her husband while he was in France, Katheryn demonstrated remarkable leadership skills, a feat only one of Henry's previous wives had achieved. Her loyalty to family, servants, and women at court earned her respect and admiration. However, this dedication also led to conflicts with those who sought to undermine her authority. This book delves into Katheryn's life, exploring the passions and duties that defined her, including her love for Thomas Seymour and its tragic consequences. It also examines her lasting legacy, particularly in the influence she had on Princess Elizabeth, the future Queen Elizabeth I.