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20 books about Henry VIII
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By
sarah xenos
On 24th June 1509 Henry VIII was crowned king of England. Infamous for having six wives and creating his own religion.
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A rich, detailed biography focusing on court life and Henry’s personality
Henry VIII: King and Court
A definitive and scholarly political biography, widely respected
Henry VIII
Balanced and engaging overview of his reign, personality, and ambition
Young Henry: The Rise of Henry VIII
A concise and modern reassessment of the king’s reign and ego
Henry VIII (Penguin Monarchs): The Quest for Fame
A fictional but deeply researched novel written from Henry’s own POV
The Autobiography of Henry VIII: With Notes
A thorough and dramatic exploration of all six of Henry’s queens
Six Wives: The Queens of Henry VIII
Classic and influential, known for its humanity and historical clarity
The Six Wives Of Henry VIII (WOMEN IN HISTORY)
Looks at Henry’s courtiers and advisors to show how they shaped his rule.
Henry VIII and the Men Who Made Him: Tudor History
A deep dive into Henry’s religious policies and motivations
The King′s Reformation – Henry VIII & English Church
A key study on the king’s political revolution through Parliament
The Reformation Parliament 1529-1536
A psychological and personal take on Henry as both man and monarch
Henry VIII: The Mask of Royalty
Accessible yet insightful account of Henry’s reign and radical transformation
A Brief History of Henry VIII: King & Tyrant
A short, beginner-friendly overview of Henry’s life
Henry VIII: A Life From Beginning to End
A diplomatic and behind-the-scenes look at how the annulment unfolded
The Divorce of Henry VIII: Untold Vatican Story
A portrait of the court during Henry’s later, more dangerous years
Henry VIII's Last Victim: Henry Howard
A collection of essays by top historians
The Reign of Henry VIII: Politics & Piety
Offers insight into how Henry ruled and transformed governance
Tudor Government (Questions & Analysis)
Explores how Henry was portrayed visually to control his public image
Henry VIII: Images of a Tudor King
Details the dissolution campaign with a focus on its local effects
Dissolution of the Monasteries
Delves into Henry’s decline and theories of medical and genetic influence on his rule.
Henry VIII's Health in a Nutshell
