Among the Wolves of Court: The Untold Story of Thomas and George Boleyn

MacKay, Lauren

ISBN 10: 1788310438 / ISBN 13: 9781788310437

Published by I. B. Tauris, 2019

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Among the Wolves of Court: The Untold Story of Thomas and George Boleyn
• Publisher: I. B. Tauris
• Publication Date: 2019
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1788310438
• ISBN 13: 9781788310437
• Binding: Hardcover
• Condition: new

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Synopsis

Thomas and George Boleyn – the father and brother of Anne Boleyn and heads of one of the most powerful infamous dynasties in English history. Already key figures in Henry VIII's court, with the ascent of Anne to the throne in 1533 these two men became the most important players on the Tudor stage, with direct access to royalty, and with it, influence. Both were highly skilled ambassadors and courtiers who negotiated their way through the complex and ruthless game of politics with ease. But when the Queen fell from grace just three years later, it was to have a devastating effect on her family – ultimately costing her brother his life.

In this ground-breaking book, Lauren Mackay reveals the untold story of Tudor England, bringing into the light two pivotal characters whose part in the rise and swift fall of Anne Boleyn has so far remained cloaked in shadow.

About the Author

Dr Lauren Mackay is an historian of Early Modern Europe, specializing in Tudor history. Originally from Sydney, Australia, Lauren spent over five years researching the life of Imperial Ambassador, Eustace Chapuys, who for 18 years was the most important source of the Tudor period, resulting in her debut book, Inside the Tudor Court: Henry VIII and his Six Wives through the eyes of the Spanish Ambassador. Her second book, Among The Wolves of Court: the Untold Story of Thomas and George Boleyn, is the first scholarly biography of Thomas and George Boleyn. She is a regular contributor to BBC History and a lively and engaging voice on history. She has lectured at many prestigious locations throughout the UK, Canada, and Australia, including the Tower of London, Hever Castle, The National Portrait Gallery, London, Windsor Castle, Leeds Castle and the National Archives at Kew.