Calendar of State Papers and Manuscripts, Relating to English Affairs, Existing in the Archives and Collection of Venice, and in Other Libraries of ... Vol. 6: Part I., 1555-1556 (Classic Reprint) - Softcover

Rawdon Brown

 
9780282960520: Calendar of State Papers and Manuscripts, Relating to English Affairs, Existing in the Archives and Collection of Venice, and in Other Libraries of ... Vol. 6: Part I., 1555-1556 (Classic Reprint)

Synopsis

This book presents an intriguing collection of diplomatic records between powerful political figures during a pivotal moment in English history: the reign of King Henry VIII and Queen Mary I. The documents, drawn from the Vatican Archives and other sources, provide an insider's perspective on the religious and political upheavals of the time, including the English Reformation and the Catholic Church's response to it. The author has meticulously curated these letters, instructions, and reports to reveal the complex motivations and strategies of key players like Cardinal Pole, the papal legate, and Emperor Charles V. Through their exchanges, we witness the intricate dance of diplomacy, as each figure navigates the treacherous waters of religious schism and political alliances. This book offers a fascinating glimpse into the minds of those who shaped the course of English history, and sheds new light on the power struggles and ideological clashes that defined this tumultuous era. It is a valuable resource for historians, students of Tudor England, and anyone interested in the intersection of religion and politics.

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9780266604693: Calendar of State Papers and Manuscripts, Relating to English Affairs, Existing in the Archives and Collection of Venice, and in Other Libraries of Northern Italy, Vol. 6: Part I., 1555-1556 (Classic

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ISBN 10:  0266604692 ISBN 13:  9780266604693
Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2019
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