Cardinal Wolsey is a detailed and engaging biography that delves into the life and rise of one of the most powerful figures in Tudor England. Mandell Creighton skillfully captures Wolsey's ambition, intellect, and influence during his time as a key advisor to King Henry VIII.

Creighton's thorough research and analysis provide a comprehensive look at Wolsey's political maneuvering, religious policies, and personal relationships. The author presents a balanced view of Wolsey, highlighting both his successes and failures as he navigated the treacherous waters of Tudor court politics.

Overall, Cardinal Wolsey is a must-read for anyone interested in Tudor history or the life of this enigmatic cardinal. Creighton's writing style is engaging and accessible, making this biography a compelling and informative read from start to finish.

Book Description:
Cardinal Thomas Wolsey will always be remembered as the Lord Chancellor who fell from power when he failed to obtain the annulment of King Henry VIII's marriage to Catherine of Aragon. The eminent British historian, Mandell Creighton, writes that Wolsey was branded by Tudor historians as "the minion of the Pope, and the upholder of a foreign despotism." But the publication in the nineteenth century of the mass of documents relating to the reign of Henry VIII made possible a truer assessment of the visionary schemes of the great cardinal and of his underlying patriotism. In his patient diplomacy and careful construction of alliances, the author concludes that "at a great crisis of European history he impressed England with a sense of her own importance and secured for her a leading position in European affairs." - Summary by Pamela Nagami