The Life And Death Of Thomas Wolsey, Cardinal: His Aspiring, Triumph, And Death (1826)

By Thomas Storer

Book Overview

The Life and Death of Thomas Wolsey, Cardinal: His Aspiring, Triumph, and Death is a book written by Thomas Storer and originally published in 1826. The book is a biography of Thomas Wolsey, who was a prominent figure in the court of King Henry VIII of England. Wolsey rose to power as a trusted advisor to the king, and was eventually appointed as Cardinal by the Pope. However, his downfall came when he failed to secure a divorce for the king from his first wife, Catherine of Aragon, and was subsequently accused of treason. The book provides a detailed account of Wolsey's life, including his early years, his rise to power, and his eventual downfall and death. It also explores the political and religious context of Wolsey's time, and sheds light on the complex relationships between the king, the church, and the state. Overall, The Life and Death of Thomas Wolsey, Cardinal is a fascinating and insightful portrait of one of the most important figures in English history.Divided Into Three Parts. With An Introduction And Notes.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1165590727
• ISBN13: 9781165590728
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 124 Pages
• Weight: 0.39 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 6.0" x 9.0"