Six Queens: An illustrated guide to the iconic queens of Henry VIII

by Lydia Monks

Overview

Lydia Monks brings to life the six queens of Henry VIII in spectacular, fully-illustrated style, including a foreword from Tudor historian, author and broadcaster Suzannah Lipscomb.

Everyone knows the rhyme: divorced, beheaded, died, divorced, beheaded, survived. But how much do you know about the women behind it? From loyal and devout Katherine of Aragon to the elegant Anne Boleyn, through to the scholar and survivor: Catherine Parr, learn all about six fascinating women with one thing in common: a difficult husband.

Perfect for Tudor enthusiasts who want to learn more about six queens who changed history.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781529095289
Publisher:	Pan Macmillan
Publication date:	03/03/2026
Pages:	64
Product dimensions:	10.00(w) x 11.80(h) x 1.00(d)
Age Range:	7 - 12 Years

About the Author

Lydia Monks is one of the most original and bestselling picture book artists working today. Lydia illustrates several bestselling series including the What the Ladybird Heard adventures and Princess Mirror-Belle, written by Julia Donaldson. Her distinctive use of colour and collage has won her critical acclaim and several awards, including the Royal Mail Scottish Children’s Book Award, the Stockport Children’s Book Award and multiple nominations for the Kate Greenaway Medal. Mouse’s Big Day, written and illustrated by Lydia, is the first book in her Twit Twoo School series. Lydia lives in Sheffield.