Reveals the complex personalities behind the powerful Tudor family, and the passions and jealousies that spurred them on.

Includes index.

Fighting for the crown -- A dynasty is born - the reign of Henry VII -- The promise of greatness - young Henry VIII -- Turmoil and tyranny - the later reign of Henry VIII -- The boy king and the nine days' queen - Edward and Jane -- Bloody Mary - the life and reign of Mary I -- The making of a great queen - young Elizabeth -- The end of the dynasty - Gloriana.