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1503 – 1546: Six wives. One King. You know their stories. Now it’s time to hear his.
Henry VIII The Heart and the Crown
What you need to know before your trail
A second son, not born to rule, becomes a man, and a king…
In grand royal palaces, Prince Harry grows up dreaming of knights and chivalry – and the golden age of kings that awaits his older brother. But Arthur’s untimely death sees Harry crowned King Henry of England.
As his power and influence extends, so commences a lifelong battle between head and heart, love and duty. Henry rules by divine right, yet his prayers for a son go unanswered.
The future of his great dynasty depends on an heir. And the crown weighs heavy on a king with all but his one true desire.
Travel Guide
London and the palaces of Henry VIII
We get a brilliant insight into the life and times of Henry VIII in this novel. Reading about the six queens gives one view of the palace and the life at court, but this novel gives a whole other view altogether.
Hampton Court was Henry’s favourite palace and is definately worth a visit!
Hever Castle in Kent was the home of Anne Boleyn and Henry would have visited this often from London
The iconic tower of London was seen as a luxurious place to stay until Henry VIII started using it as somewhere to imprison people.
BookTrail Boarding Pass: Henry VIII: The Heart and the Crown
Destination/location: London, England Author/guide: Alison Weir Departure Time: 1504 – 1546
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