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Henry VI
Series: The English Monarchs Series
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Henry VI
In this biography of Henry VI, Bertram Wolffe challenges the traditional view of Henry VI as an unworldly, innocent and saintly monarch and offers instead a critical portrait of an ineffectual ruler. Drawing on contemporary evidence, he discusses the failures of Henry's long reign.
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In this widely acclaimed biography, Bertram Wolffe challenges the traditional view of Henry VI as an unworldly, innocent, and saintly monarch and offers instead a finely-drawn but critical portrait of an ineffectual ruler.
Drawing on widespread contemporary evidence, Wolffe describes the failures of Henry's long reign from 1422 to 1471, which included the collapse of justice, the loss of the French territories, and the final disintegration of his government.
He argues that the posthumous cult of Henry was promoted by Henry VII as a way of excusing his uncle's political failures while enhancing the image of the dynasty.
This edition includes a new preface by John Watts that discusses the book and its place in the evolving literature.
Series: The English Monarchs Series
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Henry VI by Bertram Wolffe is praised for its detailed and compelling portrayal of the titular figure, with reviewers commending the biography for its ability to capture and present the complexity of Henry VI's character. The book is noted for its engaging narrative style and depth of scholarly insight, making it both an informative and enjoyable read.
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ISBN: 9780300089264
Publisher: Yale University Press
Format: Paperback / softback
Date Published: 10 June 2001
Country: United States
Imprint: Yale University Press
Illustration: 48 b-w illus.
Audience: Tertiary education, Professional and scholarly
DIMENSIONS
Width: 156.0mm
Height: 235.0mm
Weight: 726g
Pages: 432
About the Author
The late Bertram Wolffe was reader in medieval history at Exeter University. John L. Watts is fellow in history at Corpus Christi College, Oxford.
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