1969
xi, [3], 264, [1] p.: Illustrated title page and five in-text illustrations; 19.7 cm. (7.75 inches). Paperback, with glossy black, red, and white illustrated front cover, designed by Virginia Smith. Includes Bibliography, Index and List of "The Norton Library History of England."
"When Henry VII ascended the English throne in 1485, the country was weakened and disunited from thirty years of dynastic struggle; by the close of the Tudor era in 1603, England had come into the power and splendor of the Elizabethan age. The Tudors is a clear and balanced survey of this remarkable period of English history, woven around the reigns of the five Tudor monarchs: Henry VII, Henry VIII, Edward VI, Mary, and Elizabeth.
The cornerstones of Tudor greatness were laid by Henry VII, who by force of character and political skill - more than by the strength of his title - restored the strength of the monarchy, bringing England civil peace and new conception of royal leadership. Mr. Read shows why Henry may be regarded as the first modern English monarch, and in what ways he established the foundations on which his successors built.
The Tudors discusses the major events of the period, outlining the struggles over succession, the role of Parliament, the establishment of the English Church, the expansion of trade, and England's foreign and domestic relations - abroad with France and Spain, and at home with Ireland and Scotland. Throughout the book, the author evaluates the strengths and weaknesses of England's policies, and relates them to the character and personality of her rulers" - [from the back cover]
Book is in Near Fine Condition: as noted, surname of former owner at top of first leaf; otherwise, all pages are bright, clean, tight, and unmarked. Nice copy!
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