Access To History Henry Viii To Mary I Government And Religion 1509 1558

Download or read book Access to History: Henry VIII to Mary I: Government and Religion 1509-1558 written by Keith Randell and published by Hodder Education. This book was released on 2008-08-29 with total page 239 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Access to History series is the most popular and trusted series for AS and A level history students. This title analyses the political and religious developments in Britain during this period. It begins by examining the personality and role of Henry VIII and the rise and fall of Wolsey. It then goes on to examine the Henrician Reformation, the break with Rome and the dissolution of the monasteries. After assessing the effectiveness of Henry's reign the subsequent reigns of Edward VI and Mary I are evaluated, with a concluding section providing an overview of the changes to Church and State in this period. Throughout the book key dates, terms and issues are highlighted, and historical interpretations of key debates are outlined. Summary diagrams are included to consolidate knowledge and understanding of the period, and exam-style questions and tips written by examiners for all exam specifications provide the opportunity to develop exam skills.