What is your opinion of Henry VIII and Anne Boleyn?

Obviously this is a tragic bit of history, particularly from Anne's perspective. I've read all of the more famous/respected accounts of that period and have enjoyed more contemporary interpretations of the evidence we have. read more

Beyond a few precious years of infatuation and perhaps love, Henry VIII was first and foremost to Anne and everyone who stood in the way of his “Great Matter” who he later became to all: a monster in full. read more

At the end of 1532 Henry discovered that Anne Boleyn was pregnant. He realised he could not afford to wait for the Pope's permission. As it was important that the child should not be classed as illegitimate, arrangements were made for Henry and Anne to get married. read more