

There have been eight King Henrys of England & this book examines their lives in detail. Up until Henry VII, a monarch's reign seems to have been one long battle. Kings were forever having to swing themselves up into the saddle & fight some 'Johnny-come-lately' who thought they could do a better job at ruling England. It must have been tiresome & I'm surprised anyone wanted to take on the responsibility in the early centuries. (continued)
My thanks to #NetGalley & publishers, Pen & Sword, for the opportunity to read an ARC.
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Read 10th-15th Mar 2025
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