Cardinal Wolsey

Cardinal Wolsey by Mandell Creighton is a comprehensive biography of one of the most powerful and influential figures in Tudor England. Cardinal Thomas Wolsey was a key advisor to King Henry VIII and played a significant role in the political and religious developments of the era. The book begins by tracing Wolsey's early life and career, including his rise through the ranks of the church and his appointment as Archbishop of York. It then delves into his time as Lord Chancellor and his efforts to reform the English church, as well as his foreign policy initiatives and diplomatic missions on behalf of the king. Creighton provides a detailed analysis of Wolsey's complex personality and motivations, exploring his ambition, his loyalty to the crown, and his relationships with other key figures in the Tudor court. The book also examines the factors that led to Wolsey's downfall, including his failure to secure an annulment for Henry VIII's marriage to Catherine of Aragon and his perceived arrogance and extravagance. Overall, Cardinal Wolsey offers a fascinating portrait of a man who wielded immense power and influence during a pivotal period in English history. Creighton's engaging prose and meticulous research make this book a must-read for anyone interested in Tudor politics and society.1888. The biography of Cardinal Wolsey, who, upon the accession of Henry VIII, was appointed royal almoner and privy councilor. He successfully organized an army for the invasion of France in 1513, accompanied Henry on his campaign, and helped conclude the peace of 1514. In the same year he was made bishop of Lincoln and then archbishop of York. In 1515 he became a cardinal and lord chancellor of England, and in 1518 he was created papal legate. However, his policy of raising money for England�������s wars by forced loans aroused considerable resentment. So too did his blatant ecclesiastical pluralism, enormous wealth, and lavish living. Wolsey�������s enemies at court, jealous of his power over the king, used the divorce of Katharine of Aragon as a means to bring about his ruin.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.