Coming in May 2023! Henry VIII and His Six Wives! Hosted by historian and author Claire Ridgway, this completely online event will feature talks from Claire, Dr Tracy Borman, Gareth Russell, Kate McCaffrey, Dr Owen Emmerson and Dr Linda Porter.
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I help Tudor history lovers worldwide to gain access to experts and resources to discover the real stories behind myths and fiction, so that they grow in knowledge while connecting with like-minded people and indulging their passion for history.
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Online Events
I regularly host online Tudor history conferences to connect Tudor history lovers with Tudor historians all from the comfort of their own homes. They comprise talks, live events, live Q&A sessions and resources, and are educational and fun.
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The Anne Boleyn Files
Interested in learning the facts behind the myths and fiction surrounding Anne Boleyn?
I am a Fellow of the Royal Historical Society. I was a contributor for the BBC docudrama The Boleyns: A Scandalous Family, and have been featured in BBC History Extra, USA Today, History of Royals Magazine, the Express, and Refinery 29, as well as on podcasts including Suzannah Lipscomb's Not Just the Tudors, Gareth Russell's Single Malt History, Natalie Grueninger's Talking Tudors, Hever Castle's Inside Hever, James Boulton's Queens of England, and many more.
Praise for Claire's work
"Claire's blog - recently made available in book form - is more rigorous than that of many professional historians." Susan Bordo, author of The Creation of Anne Boleyn: A New Look at England's Most Notorious Queen
"A sumptuously illustrated and impeccably researched history about the domestic life of a family that shaped British history. This is a fascinating window into both the Boleyns' lives at Hever and upper-class life on the eve of the Reformation." - Gareth Russell, Author of Young and Damned and Fair, on The Boleyns of Hever Castle.
"I've been a history buff all my life, both as a reader and as a writer. I thought I knew about Anne and her Boleyn family, Henry VIII and his court, but this book [The Anne Boleyn Collection] fills in so many blanks for me that I will read it more than once...This is a book for the legion of Tudor fiction readers, who want to know the stories behind the myths, the truth behind the legend...Absolutely fascinating read. " - Jeane Westin, Author of His Last Letter
"Claire has produced another must read for Anne Bolyen fans." Leanda de Lisle, author of Tudor: The Family Story, writing about "The Anne Boleyn Collection II.
More about me
I founded the Anne Boleyn Files in 2009, the Tudor Society in 2014 and I have a popular YouTube channel.
I help Tudor history lovers all over the world learn more about history, connect with experts and like-minded people, and uncover the facts behind the fiction, all from the comfort of their own homes.
I'm a former teacher and a recognised expert in Tudor history, and, as the founder of The Tudor Society, I've built a community of history lovers and experts where members can share their passion for history and receive accurate resources and information.
The Making of a King: Henry VIII's Education and Upbringing
In this livestream - one of a series I'm doing on Henry VIII - I'll be delving into the early life of one of England's most iconic monarchs, Henry VIII. ...
From his birth to his accession to the throne, I'll be exploring the education and upbringing that shaped the man who would become one of history's most notorious figures. We'll discover the influences that moulded Henry's character, and look at how things changed when he went from spare to heir, and how his education prepared him for the challenges of ruling a kingdom.
Join me on a journey through the formative years of one of the most fascinating figures in English history.
The Making of a King: Henry VIII's Education and Upbringing
In this livestream - one of a series I'm doing on Henry VIII - I'll be ...
In this livestream - one of a series I'm doing on Henry VIII - I'll be delving into the early life of one of England's most iconic monarchs, Henry VIII. ...
From his birth to his accession to the throne, I'll be exploring the education and upbringing that shaped the man who would become one of history's most notorious figures. We'll discover the influences that moulded Henry's character, and look at how things changed when he went from spare to heir, and how his education prepared him for the challenges of ruling a kingdom.
Join me on a journey through the formative years of one of the most fascinating figures in English history.
Can AI give us the answer? - What was Anne Boleyn really like?
AI, Artificial Intelligence, is everywhere at the moment. People are ...
AI, Artificial Intelligence, is everywhere at the moment. People are using it to create images and even for writing books. I thought I'd experiment by asking ChatGPT to write a ...script for a YouTube video for me. I simply gave the instruction "Write me a script for a video on what Anne Boleyn was really like" and it did. Enjoy my AI-scripted video and hear my thoughts on it. I'd love to know what you think too.
In this livestream - part of a series on King Henry VIII, the second ...
In this livestream - part of a series on King Henry VIII, the second Tudor monarch, Claire will explore the family background of Henry VIII and how the Tudors actually ...came to the throne of England.[+] Show More
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The Best Henry VIII History Book - Claire's #1 Page Turning Recommendation
You've asked, and Claire has come through - this is the best book on ...
You've asked, and Claire has come through - this is the best book on Henry VIII's life - the man and the king.
Ever wanted to know which books you should read to learn all about ...
Ever wanted to know which books you should read to learn all about Henry VIII? Here are Claire's top three recommendations!
You can find my books on Amazon at http://viewauthor.at/claireridgway
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Henry VIII Books - Exploring the Best Books on England's Most Infamous King
In the first of a series of livestreams on King Henry VIII, the second ...
In the first of a series of livestreams on King Henry VIII, the second Tudor monarch, and a rather iconic historical character, I'm talking about Henry VIII books, books I'd ...recommend to learn more about Henry VIII, his life and reign.
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An update from Claire Ridgway
Claire shares what she's going to be doing on YouTube over the next ...
Claire shares what she's going to be doing on YouTube over the next few months.
Claire Ridgway - The Anne Boleyn Files Christmas Message
Happy Christmas to you and your family. I filmed this in the main ...
Happy Christmas to you and your family. I filmed this in the main square of my village here in Spain, the decorations are very pretty this year.
I want to ...wish you an amazing festive season and an even more amazing 2023!
The Tudors in their own words - Lady Jane Grey #shorts
Lady Jane Grey, or Queen Jane, was a highly intelligent young woman ...
Lady Jane Grey, or Queen Jane, was a highly intelligent young woman and a staunch Protestant, and in today's "The Tudors in their own words", historian Claire Ridgway shares a ...couple of quotes from Jane regarding religion.
The Tudors in their own words - Elizabeth I about Mary, Queen of Scots #shorts
In today's "The Tudors in their own words", historian Claire Ridgway ...
In today's "The Tudors in their own words", historian Claire Ridgway shares words from Queen Elizabeth I regarding a woman known as her nemesis, Mary, Queen of Scots.
The Tudors in their own words - Queen Elizabeth I about Edward de Vere #shorts
In today's "The Tudors in their own words", historian Claire Ridgway ...
In today's "The Tudors in their own words", historian Claire Ridgway shares a funny story and quote from Queen Elizabeth I regarding Edward de Vere, 17th Earl of Oxford.
