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May 28, 2025 54 mins

In this episode of Talking Tudors, host Natalie Grueninger welcomes Professor Tracy Adams to delve into the fascinating world of Anne Boleyn. Together, they explore the traditional narrative surrounding Anne's relationship with Henry VIII, examining historical evidence and love letters that have been central to the Tudor lore. Professor Adams challenges the widely held belief that Anne was a manipulative seductress, offering a fresh perspective on her role and intentions. She discusses the meanings behind historically significant terms and phrases, providing intriguing insights into the letters exchanged between Anne and Henry. Join Natalie and Tracy as they uncover and discuss the layers of history, revealing a complex and spirited Anne Boleyn who may have been more pious and principled than history often portrays.

Learn more about Professor Adams

https://profiles.auckland.ac.nz/t-adams/about

(Re)Writing Women's History in France and Burgundy, c. 1400-1600. A Celebration of Kathleen Wilson-Chevalier

https://www.dhi-paris.fr/veranstaltungsdetails/seminare/SeminarTime/detail/femmes-and-fama4321.html

Find out more about your host at https://www.nataliegrueninger.com

Join me for '365 Days with Katherine of Aragon'! 

https://onthetudortrail.com/Blog/2025/04/05/365-days-with-katherine-of-aragon-2/

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