Henry VIII

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Focusing on the transformative reign of Henry VIII, this biography delves into his complex personality and significant events from his ascension in 1509 to his death in 1547. It explores his political strategies, tumultuous marriages, and the profound religious shifts he instigated, particularly his break from the Roman Catholic Church to establish the Church of England. The author also examines Henry's relationships with his wives and his obsession with securing a male heir, highlighting the dramatic consequences of his decisions.