Tudor England: A History by Lucy Wooding - British History Non Fiction - Hardback

Condition: BRAND NEW
Format: Hardback
ISBN: 9780300162721
Publisher: Yale University Press
Age Range: Adult (18+)

Overview:
Tudor England: A History by Lucy Wooding is a landmark hardback account of one of the most dramatic periods in English history, tracing the Tudor dynasty from Henry VII's improbable rise to the death of Elizabeth I. Drawing on the latest scholarship, Wooding weaves together the lives of monarchs, courtiers, and ordinary people to reveal a nation transformed by religious upheaval, war, and ambition. This 720-page Yale University Press hardback is essential reading for history lovers, students, and anyone drawn to the Tudor era.

About the Book:
Spanning 1485 to 1603, Tudor England: A History follows the extraordinary story of a dynasty that began with an outsider's gamble and ended by defining an age. When Henry VII landed on a remote Welsh shore, few could have predicted that his line would produce some of England's most unforgettable rulers. Lucy Wooding charts the reigns of Henry VII, Henry VIII, Edward VI, Mary I, and Elizabeth I, but does far more than recount royal politics. The book deftly fuses social, religious, and political history, reappraising each Tudor reign alongside the wider world in which it unfolded. Wooding gives voice to the families and communities who lived through plague, rebellion, war, and poverty, showing how ordinary lives were shaped by turbulence at the top. It examines the strains placed on monarchy, the crises of religion sparked by the Reformation, and the cultural currents that reshaped English society. Combining rigorous new research with elegant narrative, Wooding offers a comprehensive reassessment of a dynasty often reduced to myth and legend. The result is a history that is authoritative yet genuinely readable, bringing fresh perspective to familiar figures while illuminating lesser-known voices. Whether approaching Tudor history for the first time or as a seasoned enthusiast, this hardback rewards close reading with its depth, balance, and narrative sweep.

• Written by acclaimed Tudor historian Lucy Wooding, offering scholarly rigour with genuine readability.
• Comprehensive 720-page account covering all five Tudor monarchs, 1485–1603.
• Combines political, religious, and social history for a rounded picture of the era.
• Brand new Yale University Press hardback, built to last and ideal for gifting.
• Perfect for history students, book clubs, and anyone fascinated by the Tudors.

About the Author:
Lucy Wooding is the Langford Fellow and Tutor in History at Lincoln College, Oxford, and a leading authority on Reformation England. Her research focuses on the politics, religion, and culture of early modern Britain, and she is also the author of a major biography of Henry VIII. Widely respected among fellow historians, Wooding is known for combining meticulous archival research with a talent for vivid, accessible storytelling, making her a trusted guide to one of history's most compelling periods.

Why You'll Love This History Book:
An authoritative yet engaging journey through the Tudor age, this hardback brings fresh depth to a much-loved period of English history, making it a rewarding read and a thoughtful gift for any history enthusiast.

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