James Anthony Froude

Broschiertes Buch

The Divorce of Catherine of Aragon

The Story as Told by the Imperial Ambassadors Resident at the Court of Henry VIII

Beschreibung

The story of Catherine of Aragon=s divorce as told by the imperial ambassadors resident at the court of Henry VIII. James Anthony Froude (1818-1894) was Late Regius Professor of Modern History in The University of Oxford. He was a renowned writer and historian, and a close friend and disciple of Thomas Carlyle. He was a controversial figure during his lifetime, and brought down upon himself the wrath of the high church; this did not stop the crowds from attending his lectures, as he was a compelling speaker. As a writer of English prose he has few equals in the nineteenth century.

Autor

James Anthony Froude was a prominent English historian, biographer, and essayist, born on April 23, 1818, in Dartington, Devon, England. He is best known for his works on the history of England and his biographies of significant figures from the Tudor period. Froude was educated at Westminster School and Oriel College, Oxford. He developed a keen interest in history and literature, particularly in the period of the English Reformation. His writings often reflect his controversial views on religious and political matters, which garnered both acclaim and criticism. One of Froude's most notable works is "The History of England from the Fall of Wolsey to the Defeat of the Spanish Armada," a monumental historical series spanning six volumes. In this series, Froude provides a vivid and dramatic account of the tumultuous events during the reigns of the Tudor monarchs, including Henry VIII and Elizabeth I. Aside from his historical writings, Froude also penned biographies of notable figures such as Thomas Carlyle. His works often tackled complex themes and explored the intersection of politics, religion, and society. James Anthony Froude's writings continue to be studied and debated by scholars, making him a significant figure in the field of historical literature.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: University Press of the Pacific
• Seitenzahl: 496
• Erscheinungstermin: 14. Juni 2003
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 216mm x 140mm x 29mm
• Gewicht: 693g
• ISBN-13: 9781410206657
• ISBN-10: 1410206653
• Artikelnr.: 22258113