Robert Hutchinson | Young Henry - The Rise of Henry VIII
Young Henry by Robert Hutchinson explores the formative years of one of England's most famous monarchs, revealing the man Henry VIII was before tyranny, religious upheaval and the drama of his six marriages came to define his reputation. As the second son of Henry VII, the young prince was never expected to become king. The death of his elder brother Arthur transformed his future and placed him at the centre of the Tudor succession.
Hutchinson follows Henry's privileged upbringing, education and early ambitions, his complicated relationship with his father, and his marriage to Catherine of Aragon. When he inherited the throne in 1509, Henry was young, athletic, cultured and confident – a striking contrast to the formidable ruler remembered from the final decades of his reign. Young Henry offers a fascinating portrait of the experiences and influences that shaped the future king and laid the foundations for a reign that would transform England.
- • Publisher / Imprint: Phoenix
• Language: English
• Cover: Paperback
• Year of publication: 2012
• Number of pages: 368
• Illustrations: Yes
• Genre: History, biography, British history
Historical period: Late 15th – early 16th century






