A hugely topical re-appraisal of Tudor England's place in Europe and Europeans' place in Tudor England
John Matusiak Book order
John Matusiak approaches writing with a deep understanding of historical processes and their impact on the present. His work explores complex patterns of human behavior and societal structures, employing a precise analytical approach. Readers appreciate his ability to connect past events with current dilemmas, offering fresh perspectives. His literary style is characterized by clarity and insight, making him a significant contributor to literary discourse.
- 2020
- 2019
A joint biography of Tudor England's martyrs whose executions triggered a wave of bloody repression
- 2018
Europe in Flames
- 320 pages
- 12 hours of reading
A new book on the Thirty Years War, published to coincide with the 400th anniversary of the conflict
- 2018
James I
- 352 pages
- 13 hours of reading
Paperback edition of a compelling popular biography of England's first Stuart ruler
- 2017
The Prisoner King
- 320 pages
- 12 hours of reading
An intimate and evocative account of an absolute ruler's relentless descent into impotence, isolation and ultimate submission to the unthinkable.
- 2016
A History of the Tudors in 100 Objects
- 352 pages
- 13 hours of reading
An intimate portrait of Tudor England captured, revealed and explored in 100 defining objects
- 2015
James I: Scotland's King of England
- 352 pages
- 13 hours of reading
Focusing on England's first Stuart ruler, this biography delves into the complexities of his character and reign. It offers a fresh perspective on the historical figure, exploring the legacy he left behind and the controversies that marked his rule. Through detailed analysis, the book sheds light on his political decisions and personal life, providing readers with a nuanced understanding of his impact on English history.
- 2014
This compelling account of Henry VIII is by no means yet another history of the `old monster' and his reign. For Henry VIII was not only a bad man, but also a bad ruler who failed to achieve his aims and blighted the reigns of his two immediate successors.
- 2014
Cardinal Wolsey is a controversial figure: a butcher's son, a man of letters and the Church, a divisive political expert, a man of principle - yet, to some, an arrogant upstart.
- 2013
Henry VIII: The Life and Rule of England's Nero
- 320 pages
- 12 hours of reading
Henry VIII is portrayed as a complex figure, marked by anxieties and insecurities, rather than merely the notorious 'monster' of history. The narrative emphasizes his martial priorities over marital ones, challenging the notion that his quest for a male heir was essential. The book reveals that many of Henry's challenges were self-inflicted, showcasing him as not only a flawed individual but also an ineffective ruler whose decisions negatively impacted his successors. Historian John Matusiak offers a vivid and intimate exploration of a king unworthy of his power.
