The Life And Administration Of Cardinal Wolsey (1824) - John Galt - Bog

""The Life and Administration of Cardinal Wolsey"" is a historical biography written by John Galt in 1824. The book details the life and political career of Cardinal Thomas Wolsey, who served as the chief advisor to King Henry VIII of England during the early 16th century. Galt provides a comprehensive account of Wolsey's rise to power, including his role as Archbishop of York and Chancellor of England. The book also explores Wolsey's relationships with other notable figures of the time, such as the Pope, the Holy Roman Emperor, and various members of the English court. Galt offers insight into Wolsey's political strategies and reforms, including his efforts to increase the power of the monarchy and reform the Catholic Church in England. Throughout the book, Galt provides a critical analysis of Wolsey's achievements and failures, including his eventual downfall and imprisonment. Overall, ""The Life and Administration of Cardinal Wolsey"" is a detailed and engaging account of one of the most influential figures in English history.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.