Henry VIII: The Charismatic King Who Reforged a Nation - Paperback

by Kathy Elgin (Author)

This captivating biography describes Henry VIII's love affairs and life at the English Court together with his political wranglings, military campaigns, mood swings and acts of murderous brutality. Including useful fact boxes and wonderful illustrations, this accessible book breaks down how Henry transformed the political, religious and social face of Britain.

Author Biography

Kathy Elgin is a published adapter, author, and an editor of children's books and young adult books. She studied at the University of London and has been head of publications at the Royal Shakespeare Company. Some of the published credits of Kathy Elgin include Fashions of a Decade: The 1970s, Knights and Chivalry and Elizabethan England. She has also worked as a dance and theater critic.