Woolerton, June
The Mysterious Death of Katherine Parr: What Really Happened to Henry VIII's Last Queen?
- ISBN 13:
- 9781399054447
- author:
- Woolerton, June
- format:
- Hardback
- publisher:
- Pen & Sword History
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2024
- Pages:
- 224
- Dimensions:
- 23.6 x 15.8 x 2.4 centimetres (0
- Genre:
- Biography
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 4 working days
Description
The Mysterious Death of Katherine Parr: A New Investigation The death of Katherine Parr, Henry VIII's last queen, remains one of the most enigmatic in royal history. Despite her remarkable survival and influence, she died just over 18 months after her husband's passing, with her body buried in a small chapel with little ceremony. The circumstances surrounding her death have long been shrouded in mystery, with theories ranging from poison to murder. This book delves into the events leading up to Katherine Parr's final days and the bizarre occurrences that followed her funeral. The author examines the elaborate embalming of her body, which preserved it for almost three centuries, and the still-unexplained disappearance of her baby. By re-examining the available accounts, including the rediscovery of her tomb and the decision to leave it open to the elements, June Woolerton sheds new light on the strange and tumultuous events surrounding Katherine Parr's death. A fresh and detailed look at a pivotal moment in royal history, The Mysterious Death of Katherine Parr is a fascinating exploration of the life and death of one of England's most intriguing queens.
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