Henry VIII

A copy that has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged. 1. 1. At the beginning of the reign of Henry VIII, his virtues were extolled by those who served him. How does the adulation the young King initially inspired of the court compare to the subsequent attitudes his courtiers held toward him In which ways was he burdened by unrealistic expectations How did the King manipulate his early reputation to his advantage 2. It's an adage that a man can often be judged by the company he keeps. How did this prove true of Henry VIII How much choice did he have over who comprised the court, and how much of it was determined by external factors (for example, tradition, custom, blood ties, or the influence of others) 3. How did the rich physical appearance of the court and his various palaces reflect the way that Henry VIII felt about himself and his place in the world Why were opulent surroundings, including innovations in architecture, so important to him How did the physical arrangement of the King's palaces establish the hierarchy of his courtiers 4. What characteristics of a courtier do you think that the King held in highest regard Which characteristics were undesirable Can you apply these to advisors of leaders in modern times In your opinion, which of the King's courtiers was most successful in serving Henry VIII Who was the most successful in advancing his own personal interests 5. How did the itinerant nature of the court and its constant movement from place to place affect its makeup How might it have been different--both p.

Product Info

ISBN: 0345436598

ISBN-13: 9780345436597

Publisher: Ballantine Books

Year: 2001

Type: Used

Binding: Hardcover

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