Henry VIII’s Fifth Wife: The Story of Catherine Howard (1948) First Edition

Henry VIII’s Fifth Wife by Michael Glenne tells the tragic story of Catherine Howard, the young queen whose brief marriage to King Henry VIII ended in disgrace and execution. Published by Robert M. McBride & Company in New York in 1948, this stated first edition offers a historical account of one of the most dramatic episodes in Tudor England.

Catherine Howard rose quickly at court, becoming Henry’s fifth wife during a dangerous period of political intrigue, ambition, and suspicion. Her youth, family connections, past relationships, and the pressures of life beside an aging and powerful king all shaped her short time as queen.

A compelling choice for readers interested in Tudor history, royal biography, and the wives of Henry VIII, this book also holds appeal for collectors of vintage historical nonfiction and first editions.

Hardcover, Very Good. Missing the original dust jacket. Some staining/spotting to the front cover. Minor wear at the spine ends.