Anne Boleyn, A King's Obsession
In this second novel of Alison Weirs epic Six Tudor Queens series, the acclaimed author and historian weaves exciting new research into the story of Anne Boleyn, Henry VIIIs most infamous wife, a woman ahead of her time whose very lifeand deathforever changed a nation.
Born into a noble English family, Anne is barely a teenager when she is sent from her familys Hever Castle to serve at the royal court of the Netherlands. This strategic move on the part of her opportunistic father also becomes a chance for the girl to grow and discover herself. There, and later in France, Anne thrives, preferring to absorb the works of progressive writers rather than participate in courtly flirtations. She also begins to understand the inequalities and indignities suffered by her gender.
Anne isnt completely inured to the longings of the heart, but her powerful family has ambitious plans for her future that override any wishes of her own. When the King of England himself, Henry VIII, asks Anne to be his mistress, she spurns his advancesreminding him that he is a married man who has already conducted an affair with her sister, Mary. Annes rejection only intensifies Henrys pursuit, but in the absence of a male heirand given an aging Queen Katherinethe opportunity to elevate and protect the Boleyn family, and to exact vengeance on her envious detractors, is too tempting for Anne to resist, even as it proves to be her undoing.
While history tells of how Anne Boleyn died, this compelling new novel reveals how fully she lived.
Praise for Anne Boleyn, A Kings Obession
Superb . . . page-turning biographical fiction, hauntingly and beautifully told . . . psychologically penetrating.Historical Novels Review
Immaculately researched and convincing . . . This tale of Annes ascent and demise cannot escape comparisons with Hilary Mantels Wolf Hall series.The Times
A tragic, misrepresented figure, one of historys original nasty women . . . Weirs fictional Anne is ferociously smart and guilty of nothing but craving the power that's rightfully hers to claim.NPR
One of historical fictions most compelling and exciting portraits of the enduringly fascinating and mysterious Anne Boleyn.Lancashire Evening Post
As always, Weir demonstrates a keen eye for crafting dramatic scenes of beautiful, accurate detail, instilling in the reader a vivid sense of being there.Booklist
Born into a noble English family, Anne is barely a teenager when she is sent from her familys Hever Castle to serve at the royal court of the Netherlands. This strategic move on the part of her opportunistic father also becomes a chance for the girl to grow and discover herself. There, and later in France, Anne thrives, preferring to absorb the works of progressive writers rather than participate in courtly flirtations. She also begins to understand the inequalities and indignities suffered by her gender.
Anne isnt completely inured to the longings of the heart, but her powerful family has ambitious plans for her future that override any wishes of her own. When the King of England himself, Henry VIII, asks Anne to be his mistress, she spurns his advancesreminding him that he is a married man who has already conducted an affair with her sister, Mary. Annes rejection only intensifies Henrys pursuit, but in the absence of a male heirand given an aging Queen Katherinethe opportunity to elevate and protect the Boleyn family, and to exact vengeance on her envious detractors, is too tempting for Anne to resist, even as it proves to be her undoing.
While history tells of how Anne Boleyn died, this compelling new novel reveals how fully she lived.
Praise for Anne Boleyn, A Kings Obession
Superb . . . page-turning biographical fiction, hauntingly and beautifully told . . . psychologically penetrating.Historical Novels Review
Immaculately researched and convincing . . . This tale of Annes ascent and demise cannot escape comparisons with Hilary Mantels Wolf Hall series.The Times
A tragic, misrepresented figure, one of historys original nasty women . . . Weirs fictional Anne is ferociously smart and guilty of nothing but craving the power that's rightfully hers to claim.NPR
One of historical fictions most compelling and exciting portraits of the enduringly fascinating and mysterious Anne Boleyn.Lancashire Evening Post
As always, Weir demonstrates a keen eye for crafting dramatic scenes of beautiful, accurate detail, instilling in the reader a vivid sense of being there.Booklist
Auteur | | Alison Weir |
Taal | | Engels |
Type | | Paperback |
Categorie | | Literatuur & Romans |