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Jordan, Furneaux
1830
1911
Jordan, John Furneaux
Body, Parentage and Character in History: Notes on the Tudor Period
The various views of Henry VIII's character -- The relation of body and parentage to character -- Henry's family proclivities -- The wives' question -- The less characteristic features of Henry's character -- The more characteristic features of Henry's character -- Henry and his compeers -- Henry and his people and parliament -- Henry and the Reformation -- Queen Elizabeth and Queen Mary.
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"Body, Parentage and Character in History: Notes on the Tudor Period" by Furneaux Jordan is a historical analysis written in the late 19th century. The book examines the relationship between physical characteristics, parentage, and individual character during the Tudor period, focusing prominently on notable figures like Henry VIII. Through the exploration of these themes, the author aims to provide insights into how these attributes influenced historical narratives and events. At the start of the book, the author introduces his premise that character can be related to bodily configurations and inheritance, establishing a foundation for the exploration of Tudor personalities. The opening also posits an interesting examination of Henry VIII’s character, contrasting views from his contemporaries and modern perspectives. The text suggests that rather than simply being defined by his infamous marriages, Henry's character and actions were a product of both his lineage and the complex social circumstances of his time. The narrative sets the stage for a detailed investigation into how such traits manifested during significant historical upheavals, particularly regarding the Reformation in England. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading ease score: 56.1 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
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Elizabeth I, Queen of England, 1533-1603
Character
Great Britain -- History -- Tudors, 1485-1603
Heredity
Mary, Queen of Scots, 1542-1587
Henry VIII, King of England, 1491-1547
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Category: History - British
Category: History - Modern (1750+)
Category: History - Royalty
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