Cardinal Wolsey

Published in the 19th century, 'Cardinal Wolsey' by Mandell Creighton examines the life and political career of Thomas Wolsey (1473-1530), the Lord Chancellor who fell from grace after failing to secure the annulment of King Henry VIII's marriage to Catherine of Aragon. Creighton challenges the negative portrayal of Wolsey by Tudor historians, presenting him instead as a skilled diplomat whose efforts elevated England's status in European affairs during a critical period. The book draws on newly available documents from Henry VIII's reign to provide a nuanced view of Wolsey's patriotism and visionary ambitions.