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Henry VIII

King of England 1509 - 1547
By Ben Hubbard
Series: History's Great Leaders
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Explore the life and times of one of Britain's most famous kings. Delve into the past and explore the life and reign of Henry VIII in this biography for children brought to you by the publisher of Queen Elizabeth- A Platinum Jubilee Celebration and King Charles... Read More
Format: Paperback / softback
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Explore the life and times of one of Britain's most famous kings.

Delve into the past and explore the life and reign of Henry VIII in this biography for children brought to you by the publisher of Queen Elizabeth- A Platinum Jubilee Celebration and King Charles III.

The third book in this captivating series, Henry VIII covers all the key moments in the fascinating man's life, from his struggles to father a son and the fates of his six wives, to the formation of the Church of England and wars with France and Scotland.

Bright, playful illustrations and simple, age-appropriate text ensure that this book is the perfect introduction to the infamous Tudor king for little historians everywhere. It will supplement your child's learning and curiosity as it reveals the secrets of a larger-than-life king from long ago.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780241676103

Publisher: Dorling Kindersley Ltd

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 04 July 2024

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: DK Children

Contributors:

  • Illustrated by Jennie Poh

Audience: Primary and secondary education, Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 4.0mm

Width: 230.0mm

Height: 230.0mm

Weight: 134g

Pages: 32

Collections

Ben Hubbard Children's Books Children’s & Teenage Non-Fiction Children’s, Teenage and Educational Penguin Books Series: History's Great Leaders

About the Author

Ben Hubbard is an accomplished non-fiction author with 29 years' experience in books, newspapers and magazines and over 150 titles for children and adults to his name. Jennie Poh studied Fine Art at The Surrey Institute of Art & Design, alongside illustration courses at Central St Martins, before becoming a children's book author and illustrator. Her work is influenced by nature and conservation.

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