Children of England
The Heirs of King Henry VIII 1547-1558
(Autor) Alison WeirWhen Henry VIII died in 1547, he left three highly intelligent children to succeed him in turn to be followed, if their lines failed, by the descendents of his sister, Mary Tudor. In Children of England, Alison Weir’s interest is not in constitutional history but in the characters and relationships of Henry’s four heirs. Making use of a huge variety of contemporary sources, she brings to life one of the most extraordinary periods of English history.
Alison Weir
Alison Weir is a renowned British historian and author, best known for her meticulously researched historical biographies, including "The Six Wives of Henry VIII." Her engaging narrative style brings history to life, making her a leading figure in popularizing historical non-fiction. Weir's work has made a significant impact on literature, inspiring a new generation of readers to delve into the past.