April 6, 2009
David Starkey follows the dramatic events of Henry's childhood, events that shaped his personality and his attitude to kingship. ...Read more
April 13, 2009
Henry's father had won and defended the crown in battle. For Henry, this was the mark of true regal legitimacy and he was determin...Read more
April 20, 2009
This episode traces Henry's ten-year affair with Anne Boleyn. Henry began to pursue Anne in early 1526. As lust turned to love, he...Read more
April 27, 2009
The final programme in the series examines how Henry, having inherited a chronically weak English crown, forged it into an instrum...Read more