Wolsey The Cardinal And His Times: Courtly, Political And Ecclesiastical

By George Howard

Book Overview

Wolsey The Cardinal And His Times: Courtly, Political And Ecclesiastical is a book written by George Howard that provides a detailed account of the life and times of Cardinal Thomas Wolsey, one of the most powerful and influential figures of the Tudor period in England. The book covers Wolsey's rise to power as a trusted advisor to King Henry VIII, his role in shaping the courtly and political landscape of the time, and his influence on the ecclesiastical affairs of the church. The author also delves into the personal life of Wolsey, exploring his relationships with other key figures of the time, including the king, and his eventual downfall and exile. The book is a comprehensive and engaging account of a fascinating period in English history and offers readers a unique insight into the life and times of one of its most intriguing figures.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1417962321
• ISBN13: 9781417962327
• Release Date: March 2005
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 608 Pages
• Weight: 1.94 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.4" x 6.0" x 9.0"