Thomas Cromwell: Servant to Henry VIII

by David Loades

Book Overview

Thomas Cromwell was a self-made lawyer who served first Cardinal Wolsey and then Henry VIII. His time with Wolsey served him well in his work for the king after the cardinal's fall from power in 1529. Cromwell's time in office from 1530 until his execution in 1540 was one of the most crucial periods in English history. This biography explores Cromwell's relationship with Henry VIII and why it failed. It also shows how he manipulated the politics of...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1445640015
• ISBN13: 9781445640013
• Release Date: September 2014
• Publisher: Amberley Publishing
• Length: 352 Pages
• Weight: 1.15 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 4.9" x 7.7"