Between 1400 and 1600, european perceptions of society, culture, politics and even humanity itself emerged in ways that continue to affect not only europe but the entire world. The tudors weaves together all the sinners and saints, the tragedies and triumphs, the high dreams and dark crimes, that reveal the tudor era to be, in its enthralling, notorious truth, as momentous and as fascinating as the fictions audiences have come to love. The introduction moves on to detail why people seem to be drawn to the tudor monarchs and their individual reigns and then gives a brief outline of the the introduction of this book first gives a very brief overview of the period in which the tudor monarchs henry vii, henry viii, edward vi, mary i and elizabeth i ruled. History executions tudors wars of the roses sixteenth century title. Looking at all aspects of the period, from beginning to end, he considers tudor politics, religion, and economics. First published as part of the bestselling the oxford illustrated history of britain, john guys very short introduction to the tudors is the most authoritative. The showtime series was lurid and scandalous, and this book finds that line of inquiry a bit too common for a very short introduction to 16th century england. If you know a bit about the tudors and want to know more, read tudor england. The series was a collaboration among american, british, and canadian producers, and was filmed mostly in ireland. Aug 22, 20 john guy presents a compelling and fascinating exploration of the tudors in the new edition of this very short introduction. The tudors a very short introduction blackwells, books. A very short introduction is part of a series of books which offer, as the title suggests, a very short introduction to a wide variety of different topics. This book is part of a series offering, as the title suggests, a very short introduction to a wide variety of different topics. Discover a new topic or subject with these intelligent and serious introductions written by authors who are experts in their field.
This one is devoted to the tudors and takes us through the reigns of each tudor monarch henry vii, henry viii, edward vi, briefly lady jane grey, mary i and elizabeth i. Looking at all aspects of the period, from beginning to end, he considers tudor politics, religion, and economics, as well as issues relating to gender and minority rule, and the art, architecture, and social and material. An indispensable introduction to anyone interested in the tudors. Fredrik logevall, university of california, santa barbara. If you know absolutely nothing about the tudors but wish you did, read the tudors. Tudor england 1990 a leading comprehensive survey excerpt and text search kinney, arthur f.
It offers a compelling account of the political, religious and economic changes of the country under such leading monarchs as henry viii and elizabeth i. Clear, concise, and compelling, the cold war is a superb primer on the subject. Oxfords very short introductions series offers concise and original introductions to a wide range of subjects from islam to sociology, politics to classics, and literary theory to history. J a guy this history of the tudors offers a short introduction to this age in british history. A very short introduction 2e very short introductions. A very short introduction very short introductions the palestinianisraeli conflict. Considers all aspects of the tudor age, from religion and politics to gender issues and art and culture. Looking at all aspects of the period, from beginning to end, he considers tudor politics, religion, and economics, as well as issues relating to gender and minority. Academic, biography, british literature, english history, european literature. Looking at all aspects of the period, from beginning to end, he considers tudor politics, religion, and economics, as well as issues relating to gender and. Looking at all aspects of the period, from beginning to end, he considers. The monarchs of the tudor period are among some of the most wellknown figures in british history. Not simply a textbook of definitions, each volume provides trenchant and provocative yet always balanced discussions. John guy presents a compelling and fascinating exploration of the tudors in the new edition of this very short introduction.
Then you can start reading kindle books on your smartphone, tablet, or computer no kindle device required. Looking at all aspects of the period, from beginning to end, he considers tudor politics, religion, and ecomics, as well as issues relating to gender and mirity rule, and the art, architecture, and social and material. J a guy offering a compelling account of the political, religious and economic changes of england and wales under such leading monarchs as henry viii and elizabeth i, this text presents a concise. It offers a compelling account of the political, religious and economic changes of the country under such leading. The most comprehensive and authoritative guide to the period, which has been completely revised for this new edition. John guys very short introduction to the tudors is the most authoritative short introduction to this age in british history. A very short introduction mcmahon has produced a commanding short narrative of a vital period in recent world history. From politics, religion, and economics, to gender, art, and culture, this is a fascinating exploration of the leaders of the day and the culture of the time. Order today and receive free shipping on orders over. It offers a compelling account of the great political, religious and economic changes that took place under such leading monarchs as henry viii and elizabeth i. Find out more see the full list of titles currently available.
A very short introduction by john guy available from rakuten kobo. A very short introduction very short introductions philosophy of law. A very short introduction very short introductions 9780199674725. Very short introductions vsi is a book series published by the oxford university press oup. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. Looking at all aspects of the period, from beginning to end, he considers tudor politics, religion, and economics, as well as issues relating to gender and minority rule, and the art, architecture, and social and material culture of the time. Looking at all aspects of the period, from beginning to end, he. First published as part of the bestselling the oxford illustrated history of britain, john guys very short introduction to the tudors is the most authoritative short introduction to this age in british history. A very short introduction by john guy, 2000 online. A very short introduction very short introductions the vikings. A very short introduction by author john guy in pdf epub.
More than ever before, the renaissance stands out as one of the defining moments in world history. Jan 01, 2000 john guys very short introduction to the tudors is the most authoritative short introduction to this age in british history. These pocketsized books are the perfect way to get ahead in a new subject quickly. Aug 10, 2000 first published as part of the bestselling the oxford illustrated history of britain, john guys very short introduction to the tudors is the most authoritative short introduction to this age in british history. It offers a compelling account of the political, religious and economic changes of the country under such leading monarchs as. A very short introduction and millions of other books are available for amazon kindle. The oxford very short introductions series 285 books. A very short introduction very short introductions ebook. Our expert authors combine facts, analysis, new ideas, and enthusiasm to make often challenging topics highly readable. These two books cover the same period, but in different levels of detail.
A very short introduction very short introductions ancient assyria. C857 1997 80195dc21 97177 isbn 019285383x 3 5 7 9 10 8 6 4 2 typeset by re. First published as part of the bestselling the oxford illustrated history of britain, john guys very short introduction to the tudors is the most authoritative short introduction to this age in. A very short introduction provides a powerfullywritten explanation of the wars complex origins and course, and explores its impact on a. A daughters love 2008, on the daughter of sir thomas more. Amid the catastrophes of the twentieth century, the spanish civil war continues to exert a particular fascination. It includes a compelling account of the political, religious and economic changes of the country under such.
See the complete very short introductions series book list in order, box sets or omnibus editions, and companion titles. While authors may present personal viewpoints, the books are meant to be balanced and complete as. The tudors is a historical fiction television series set primarily in 16thcentury england, created and written by michael hirst and produced for the american premium cable television channel showtime. Academic, biography, british literature, english history, european literature, historical, history, nonfiction, reference. Looking at the list of other titles available and there are hundreds of them you can choose from subjects as diverse as folk music, feminism or contemporary art. Very short introductions not simply a textbook of definitions, each volume provides trenchant and provocative yet always balanced discussions of the central issues in a given topic. Enter your mobile number or email address below and well send you a link to download the free kindle app. A very short introduction, john guy offers a compelling and authoritative guide to all aspects of the tudor. A very short introduction by anthony storr, indian philosophy.
They ruled for 118 years and during their reign encouraged new religious ideas, overseas exploration and colonisation. The very short introductions book series by multiple authors includes books the bible. The books are concise introductions to particular subjects, intended for a general audience but written by experts. The very short introduction series from oxford university press began in 1995 and now lists more than 300 titles, according to this books blurb. Original title isbn 9780192854018 published on 200011 in edition language. Theres a very short introduction to sport, much as theres a very short introduction to philosophy, but while you can also read books in the series on epicureanism, existentialism. Very short introductions vsi are a book series published by the oxford university press oup. A great introduction thats very cut and dry, straight to the facts. The tudors were a welshenglish family that ruled england and wales from 1485 to 1603 one of the most exciting periods of british history. Our expert authors combine facts, analysis, perspective, new. A very short introduction, john guy offers a compelling and authoritative guide to all aspects of the tudor period.
A very short introduction very short introductions reprint by john guy isbn. This book is a very short introduction to the most famous executions that happened in the tower of london. It is named after the tudor dynasty as a whole, although it is. A very short introduction 2010 excerpt and text search guy, j. Our expert authors combine facts, analysis, perspective, new ideas, and. A very short introduction 2e very short introductions 2 by john guy isbn. Im now looking for a very short history of the showtime series the tudors. First published as part of the bestselling the oxford illustrated history of britain, john guys very short introductio. John guys very short introduction to the tudors is the most authoritative concise introduction to the tudor period. First published as part of the bestselling the oxford illustrated histo. A very short introduction very short introductions reprint by guy, john isbn.
489 1166 372 243 1371 1520 650 1196 1459 1313 788 253 1556 1257 1442 1550 172 1423 728 233 105 179 480 340 150 1059 177 44 685 156 483 779 418