The Life And Death Of Thomas Wolsey, Cardinal: Once Archbishop Of York And Lord Chancellor Of England (1901)

The Life and Death of Thomas Wolsey, Cardinal: Once Archbishop of York and Lord Chancellor of England is a historical biography written by Grace H. M. Simpson and published in 1901. The book chronicles the life of Thomas Wolsey, a prominent figure in the Tudor court during the reign of King Henry VIII. Wolsey was a powerful and influential figure, serving as Archbishop of York and Lord Chancellor of England. However, his downfall came when he failed to secure an annulment for Henry VIII's marriage to Catherine of Aragon, leading to his eventual arrest and death. Simpson's book provides a detailed account of Wolsey's life, including his rise to power, his political and religious beliefs, and his ultimate downfall. The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in Tudor history or the political and religious landscape of 16th century England.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.