• An indispensable introduction to anyone interested in the Tudors
• The most comprehensive and authoritative guide to the period, which has been completely revised for this new edition
• Considers all aspects of the Tudor age, from religion and politics to gender issues and art and culture
• Written by a leading Tudor historian

New to this edition

• Completely rewritten with a revised structure to encompass recent research and developments
• Includes an new overview of the 'British' dimension of Tudor history, including Scotland, Wales, and Ireland
• Expanded section on the gender issues of the period, related to minority and unmarried female rule
• Features a new chapter on material culture and the arts, including aspects of architecture, sculpture, and literature
• Revised account of Catholicism and Puritanism during the reign of Elizabeth I

The monarchs of the Tudor period are among some of the most well-known figures in British history. John Guy presents a compelling and fascinating exploration of the Tudors in the new edition of this Very Short Introduction. Looking at all aspects of the period, from beginning to end, he considers Tudor politics, religion, and economics, as well as issues relating to gender and minority rule, and the art, architecture, and social and material culture of the time. Introducing all of the key Tudor monarchs, Guy considers the impact the Tudor period had not only at the time, but also the historical legacy it left behind.