John Matusiak
Wolsey: The Life of King Henry VIII's Cardinal
- ISBN 13:
- 9780750965354
- author:
- John Matusiak
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- The History Press Reprint edition
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2016
- Pages:
- 416
- Dimensions:
- 12.7 x 3 x 20.3 cm
- Genre:
- Biography, Historical, Britain, John Matusiak,Wolsey: The Life of King Henry VIII's Cardinal,The History Press,0750965355,Biography / Autobiography,Modern period, c 1500 onwards,Biography / Historical,BIOGRAPHY & AUTOBIOGRAPHY / Historical,BIOGRAPHY
- Condition:
- New
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- Item usually sent within 4 working days
Description
Cardinal Wolsey: A Life of Contrasts Cardinal Wolsey was a man of many contradictions, whose meteoric rise to power was marked by an equally inexorable descent into desperation. As Lord Chancellor to the monarch, he achieved much, but his failure to secure the divorce of his master from Catherine of Aragon ultimately led to his downfall. This biography explores the pragmatic cardinal's life and career, uncovering a complex figure driven by consummate talent, noble intentions, and a keen eye for opportunity. Despite his flaws, Wolsey's story is one of remarkable achievement, and a cautionary tale of the dangers of power politics. John Matusiak's account offers a fresh perspective on this fascinating figure, shedding light on the complexities of Wolsey's character and the tumultuous world in which he lived.
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