The Taming of the Queen
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| Author | Philippa Gregory |
|---|---|
| Country | United Kingdom |
| Language | English |
| Series | Tudor Series |
| Genre | Historical novel |
| Publisher | Simon & Schuster |
Publication date | 13 August 2015 |
| Media type | Print (Hardcover) E-book |
| Pages | 400 |
| ISBN | 978-1-4711-3297-1 |
| Preceded by | The Other Queen |
The Taming of the Queen is a historical novel by British author Philippa Gregory, published on 13 August 2015. It tells the story of Kateryn Parr, the last wife of Henry VIII of England.
Plot[edit]
Henry VIII of England chooses Kateryn Parr, a 31-year-old widow, as his new wife. Aware of the ends that Henry's other wives met, Kateryn is a studious woman who promotes projects, including advocating for Scriptures in English and supporting the Protestant Reformation. Henry suffers from gout and a leg wound that will not heal throughout the novel. Parr ensures Princess Mary and Princess Elizabeth are re-legitimized by the crown.[1]
External links[edit]
- "The Taming of the Queen". PhilippaGregory.com. Retrieved 21 May 2015.
References[edit]
- ^ "The Taming of the Queen by Philippa Gregory". Kirkus Reviews. 4 July 2015. Retrieved 17 December 2018.
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