Edité par Forgotten Books, 2018
ISBN 10 : 1333502559 ISBN 13 : 9781333502553
Vendeur : Forgotten Books, London, Royaume-Uni
Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book explores the captivating story of the House of Howard, one of the most powerful and influential families in English history during the Tudor period. The author delves into the lives of prominent figures like Thomas, the third Duke of Norfolk, and his son, Henry, Earl of Surrey, better known as the "Poet Earl." The narrative traces the family's rise and fall, their involvement in political intrigue and royal scandals, and the influence of the Reformation on their fortunes. The book provides a vivid portrayal of the complex political landscape of the Tudor era, examining the power struggles between noble families and the monarchy, and the shifting alliances that marked the time. It analyzes the role of religion in shaping the Howard family's destinies, and the impact of the rise of Protestantism on their Catholic faith. The author also delves into the literary legacy of the Poet Earl, exploring his sonnets and the enduring mystery of his love for the "Fair Geraldine." The book offers a fascinating glimpse into the lives of the Howard family, highlighting their achievements and their struggles, and ultimately illustrating the ever-shifting tides of power and influence in Tudor England. Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works. The digital edition of all books may be viewed on our website before purchase. print-on-demand item.
Edité par Forgotten Books, 2018
ISBN 10 : 1333502559 ISBN 13 : 9781333502553
Vendeur : PBShop.store US, Wood Dale, IL, Etats-Unis
PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.
Edité par Forgotten Books, 2018
ISBN 10 : 1333502559 ISBN 13 : 9781333502553
Vendeur : PBShop.store UK, Fairford, GLOS, Royaume-Uni
PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.