The Life of Anne Boleyn - Hardback - 9781432614645

The Life of Anne Boleyn by Philip W. Sergeant is a comprehensive biography of one of the most infamous figures in English history. Anne Boleyn was the second wife of King Henry VIII and mother of Queen Elizabeth I, but her life was cut short when she was executed on charges of adultery, incest, and treason.Sergeant delves into the life of Anne Boleyn, exploring her childhood, education, and rise to power at the English court. He also examines her relationships with key figures such as King Henry VIII, Thomas Cromwell, and her own family members.The book provides a detailed account of the events leading up to Anne Boleyn's downfall, including the failed pregnancies that led to her being replaced by Jane Seymour as queen. Sergeant also explores the controversial evidence used to convict Anne Boleyn of the crimes for which she was executed.Throughout the book, Sergeant provides a balanced perspective on Anne Boleyn's life and legacy, challenging some of the myths and misconceptions that have arisen over the centuries. The Life of Anne Boleyn is a must-read for anyone interested in Tudor history, women's history, or the lives of powerful women throughout history.1924. With 16 Illustrations. The biography of Anne Boleyn attracted the attention of King Henry VIII, who at that point had been married to Catherine of Aragon for decades. In the hopes that a new marriage would bring him a son, Henry sought a divorce from Catherine so that he could marry Anne, and set into motion a chain of events that would irrevocably break the Church of England from the Catholic Church. See other titles by this author available from Kessinger Publishing.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.

• | Author: Philip W. Sergeant
• | Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• | Publication Date: Jan 11, 2005
• | Number of Pages: 364 pages
• | Binding: Hardback or Cased Book
• | ISBN-10: 1432614649
• | ISBN-13: 9781432614645