Six Queens

Written by Lydia Monks

Six queens, one king, and a legacy of intrigue and survival.

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64 pages· ~660L

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Bookroo's summary

Explore the lives of Henry VIII's six queens, each with a unique story of resilience and ambition. From Katherine of Aragon's loyalty to Anne Boleyn's elegance, and Catherine Parr's scholarly survival, these women navigated a treacherous court and a challenging husband. What secrets and strengths did they possess to endure such a tumultuous reign? Dive into their world and uncover the truths behind the famous rhyme: divorced, beheaded, died, divorced, beheaded, survived. Perfect for young history enthusiasts eager to learn about the women who shaped history.

From the publisher

Discover more about the six queens who changed history! Perfect for young history enthusiasts, Lydia Monks brings to life the six queens of Henry VIII in spectacular, fully-illustrated style. Includes a foreword from Tudor historian, author and broadcaster Suzannah Lipscomb. Everyone knows the rhyme: divorced, beheaded, died, divorced, beheaded, survived. But how much do you know about the women behind it? From loyal and devout Katherine of Aragon to the elegant Anne Boleyn, through to the scholar and survivor Catherine Parr, learn all about six fascinating women with one thing in common: a difficult husband.

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