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Thomas Cromwell

The untold story of Henry VIII's most faithful servant by Tracy Borman OBE, Chief Historian at Historic Royal Palaces

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 A gripping and revealing audiobook that brings to life the rise, power and true character of Henry VIII's most influential servant

Known widely as Henry VIII's 'right-hand man', Cromwell has captured imaginations throughout the centuries: but who was he really? In this major new biography, leading historian Tracy Borman examines the life, loves and legacy of the man who changed the shape of England forever.

Born a lowly tavern keeper's son, Cromwell rose swiftly through the ranks to become Henry VIII's right hand man, and one of the most powerful figures in Tudor history. The architect of England's break with the Roman Catholic Church and the dissolution of the monasteries, he oversaw seismic changes in England's history. Influential in securing Henry's controversial divorce from Catherine of Aragon, many believe he was also the ruthless force behind Anne Boleyn's downfall and subsequent execution.

Although for years he has been reviled as a Machiavellian schemer who stopped at nothing in his quest for power, Thomas Cromwell was also a loving husband, father and guardian, a witty and generous host, and a loyal and devoted servant. With fresh research and new insights into Cromwell's family life, his household and his close relationships, Tracy Borman tells the true story of Henry VIII's most faithful servant.©2014 Tracy Borman Europe Great Britain Historical England Tudor Witty Royalty Thought-Provoking Middle Ages
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although the accents given to the characters were ridiculous and distracting. it took me a while to ignore the comical voices and tune into the story.

comprehensive and interesting

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outstanding, given the lockdown I sat in my garden and enjoyed every minute and learned much.what a man.what an author.

Outstanding

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Although the strange accents used to illustrate quotations was a little annoying, I don't think that it detracted from what was an enjoyable if lightweight book.

Good listen and well researched

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Well read, very informative & thoroughly enjoyable. This brought him to life for me & showed him as a well travelled & intelligent man of his time.

Love this different take on Thomas Cromwell.

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an excellent and we'll researched book providing a balanced and illuminating portrait of Cromwell drawing on a broad range of historical evidence

A great portrait of a Great Servant of the King

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