John Guy gilt als einer der fesselndsten Historiker Großbritanniens, der die Vergangenheit mit außergewöhnlichem Geschick zum Leben erweckt. Sein erzählerischer Stil liest sich wie eine spannende Detektivgeschichte, in der er akribisch verborgene Motivationen und menschliche Schwächen aufdeckt. Guys tiefgreifendes Archivwissen ermöglicht es ihm, neue Forschungsansätze zu verfolgen und über etablierte Darstellungen hinauszugehen, um historische Rätsel zu lösen. Er lädt die Leser ein, in die Welten seiner Subjekte einzutauchen, wodurch historische Persönlichkeiten bemerkenswert real und zugänglich werden.
Die Biographie von Anne Boleyn und Heinrich VIII. von John Guy und Julia Fox beleuchtet Annes Einfluss am Hof und in der Politik. Sie wollte mehr als nur die Mätresse sein und strebte nach Macht, bis ihre Beziehung in Hass umschlug. Das Buch bietet eine neue Perspektive auf ihr dramatisches Leben in einem paranoiden Hof.
Exploring the origins and significance of Buddhist artistic traditions, this pioneering study incorporates new photography of exceptionally rare artworks. It presents crucial discoveries and research, offering insights into the cultural and historical context of these artistic expressions, making it an essential resource for understanding Buddhism's rich artistic heritage.
Shows and describes drawings, textiles, furniture, weapons, jewelry, and sculpture, and discusses the influence of European contact
A fierce, scholarly tour-de-force, this groundbreaking examination delves into one of the most dramatic marriages in Henry VIII’s tumultuous reign. It reveals how Henry's obsessive desire for Anne Boleyn transformed both him and his nation. Historians John Guy and Julia Fox present Anne and Henry in new light, utilizing recent archival discoveries to challenge historical myths and misinterpretations. They contextualize their tragic relationship within the major international events of the time, dispelling lingering misogynistic views that underestimated Anne's influence in a patriarchal society. Contrary to the belief that a sixteenth-century woman could wield little power, Anne emerges as a shrewd, ruthless politician who often guided Henry's policies against the counsel of his male advisers, even contemplating joint sovereignty. The authors highlight how Anne organized her court in subversive ways, adopting French protocols that allowed for mingling between sexes, which provided her with political intelligence and authority but also contributed to her downfall. This exhilarating feat of research and analysis offers a fresh perspective on a marriage that has captivated audiences for centuries, ensuring that even the most knowledgeable readers will discover this story anew.
Features the Indian dyed and painted cotton cloths in the Thakar Collection.
Banker, gaoler, smuggler, spy: the many lives of a Tudor power-broker.
