Henry VIII 500 facts

Henry VIII is the most readily recognized monarch in British history. Henry VIII 500 Facts is devoted to understanding the man and his age in 500 bite-sized chunks that when put together express Henry VIII, his life and times.

Written in a lively and accessible style by Historic Royal Palaces' curators, this boldly illustrated book is presented in 50 categories ranging from the serious (ten major battles), to the seductive (wives vital statistics) and the essential pub quiz winners (ten actors who played Henry VIII). There is much to dip into and enjoy, there are new things to discover and surprising links to explore.

The chapters include: Henry the man, Henry the husband, Henry the father, Henry the ruler, Henry’s court, Henry’s world, Henry’s image and Henry’s legacy. The book also includes a fun quiz, further reading and a timeline which illustrates the key dates from Henry VIII’s lifetime.

We recommend this book to anyone who has an interest in Henry VIII and the Tudor world. It truly is an enjoyable read that is packed full of fascinating information on England’s most famous monarch!

Paperback, 152 pages, 22.5cm x 19.5cm.