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Thomas Wolsey, the Late Cardinal: His Life and Death
Listen to a personal account of a prominent figure during one of the most pivotal times in England's history: the Tudor period. This extraordinary 'eye-witness' account of Cardinal Thomas Wolsey's rise and fall from power was written between 1554 and 1558 by his gentleman-usher, George Cavendish, who was privy to so much of the Cardinal's ambitious endeavors. However, Cavendish prudently waited a long time before chronicling his observations for fear of his life, as there were those who may have take his memoirs the wrong way. Cavendish describes in great detail the daily life of Wolsey, listing his huge household of servants to give a good idea of the magnitude of this larger-than-life man who outdid Henry VIII in lifestyle and riches, which was his undoing.'Throughout the book, he records Wolsey's endless'acquisitions of'bishoprics'including the very rich monastery of St. Albans, even though he was never a monk'all to feather his already very wealthy nest.'Cavendish also tells of Wolsey's scheme to put himself over and above the Archbishop of York, the senior prelate in England, later to be named Pope. Wolsey is eventually charged with treason but dies in Leicester, and it is said that had he'not died, he would have been more than likely subject to a beheading. Cavendish also delves into the lives of King Henry VIII, Anne Boleyn, the infamous Duke of Norfolk, and other prominent figures of the Tudor period, all to bring the sixteenth century to vivid life. This rare document, considered 'the most important single source for our knowledge of Wolsey,' was edited for easy comprehension by Roger Lockyer, a former faculty member of Royal Holloway College, University of London, and an authority on the tumultuous Tudor period which was so pivotal in England's storied history. 'In Cardinal Thomas Wolsey, we have a primary source that presents like a novel. Intriguing historical figures such as Henry VIII, Anne Boleyn, and Thomas Wolsey himself are given increased color and depth through the contemporaneous observations of Wolsey's gentleman usher, George Cavendish. Most listeners will liken narrator David Thorn's presentation to that of a Shakespearean actor, which is appropriate since the major personages are featured in Shakespeare's Henry VIII. Thorn's accent and command of English of the 1500s allow him to take on the persona of the good and faithful Cavendish with particular ease and authenticity. This skillful handling allows what could be stilted and difficult to be natural sounding and entertaining.''AudioFile Edited by Roger Lockyer
George Cavendish (Author), David Thorn (Narrator)
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Wolsey, Cardinal Thomas-His Life and Death
This extraordinary ""eye-witness"" account of Wolsey's rise and fall from power was written between 1554-1558 by his gentleman usher, George Cavendish. Cavendish was privy to much of the Cardinal's ambitious endeavours. Cavendish died three years after its completions at the age of 62. This rare document considered ""the most important single source for our knowledge of Wolsey"", was edited for easy comprehension by Roger Lockyer, former faculty member, Royal Holloway College, University of London and an authority on the tumultuous Tudor period which was so pivotal in England's storied history. This book was published with the kind permission of Roger Lockyer, with deference to The Folio Society of London. AUTHOR George Cavendish (1494-1562) was a British author, his best know work was ""Thomas Wolsey, Late Cardinall, his Lyffe and Deathe"". He was a player in the court of King Henry VIII, and offers detailed descriptions of court life and the politics of England in the 1500s. Cavendish spent many years in service to Cardinal Wolsey and was an eyewitness to the volatile events that turn England from Catholic to Protestant. COMMENTARY Reviews for Alcazar AudioWorks' production of Cardinal Thomas Wolsey, His Life and Death In CARDINAL THOMAS WOLSEY we have a primary source that presents like a novel. Intriguing historical figures such as Henry VIII, Anne Boleyn, and Thomas Wolsey himself are given increased color and depth through the contemporaneous observations of Wolsey's gentleman usher, George Cavendish. Most listeners will liken narrator David Thorn's presentation to that of a Shakespearean actor, which is appropriate since the major personages are featured in Shakespeare's HENRY VIII. Thorn's accent and command of English of the 1500s allow him to take on the persona of the good and faithful Cavendish with particular ease and authenticity. This skillful handling allows what could be stilted and difficult to be natural sounding and entertaining. M.O.B. © AudioFile 2009, Portland, Maine [Published: OCTOBER 2009] "
George Cavendish (Author), David Thorn (Narrator)
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