Henry VII S. B. Chrimes, George Bernard

Series:
Yale English Monarchs Series
Format:
Paperback
Publication date:
04 Jun 1999
ISBN:
9780300078831
Dimensions:
390 pages: 234 x 156 x 27mm
Illustrations:
42 illustrations

Founder of the Tudor dynasty, Henry VII was a crucial figure in English history. In this acclaimed study of the king's life and reign, the distinguished historian S. B. Chrimes explores the circumstances surrounding Henry's acquisition of the throne, examines the personnel and machinery of government, and surveys the king's social, political, and economic policies, law enforcement, and foreign strategy. This edition of the book includes a new critical introduction and bibliographical updating by George Bernard.