Cardinal Wolsey (Cram Edition)

By M (Mandell) Creighton

This XpressRead Cram Edition of Cardinal Wolsey pairs the complete original text with carefully prepared study materials, designed for deeper engagement with this classic.

Delve into the tumultuous world of 16th-century England with Mandell Creighton's compelling biography, "Cardinal Wolsey." This meticulously researched account explores the life and career of Thomas Wolsey, the powerful cardinal who served as Lord Chancellor to King Henry VIII. Witness the rise and fall of a key figure in English history, a man whose influence shaped the political and religious landscape of his time.

Creighton's work provides a detailed examination of Wolsey's role in the events leading up to the English Reformation and the establishment of the Church of England. Explore the intricate dynamics between Wolsey and Henry VIII, and understand the cardinal's impact on European politics. A significant work in historical biography, "Cardinal Wolsey" offers insights into a pivotal period in Great Britain's past, providing a captivating study of power, religion, and the forces that shaped a nation.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1026137225
• ISBN13: 9781026137222
• Release Date: May 2026
• Publisher: Xpresspress
• Length: 256 Pages
• Weight: 0.80 lbs.
• Dimensions: 9.2" x 0.5" x 6.1"