What is the value of reading ‘real’ history books?

History books are worth reading because of the many benefits they provide, such as
developing your vocabulary, especially your historical vocabulary which which include
important words and names such as the ‘habsburg’ family name or when ‘Winchelsa’ and
‘Waymouth’ the south coast ports that were very important for England at the time

Additionally reading history books also provides key and interesting historical information ,for
instance, I learned how badly women were treated at the time through Philips treatment of
juana leaving her in a situation where she was where she was “manipulated abandoned and
deeply depressed” also I learned of King Henry the seventh’s horrible childhood and this led
me to understanding his rule better.

How well did Henry VII’s background help him prepare for kingship?

Yes, it did prepare him well No, it did not prepare him well

1) Henry was able to observe court 1) Henry had a very traumatic

politics allowing him to learn the
mechanics and how to control and
gain power in the palace
2) Henry was protected from
assaination and it allowed to realise
how essential it was to be a good
warrior.
childhood which could have affected
his metal health, then affecting his
leadership
2) He spoke better french than english
this could mean e had less love for
the country
3) He had no friends or associates in
the country to rely on

Evidence: Evidence:
- Henry ran away to France and - Henry's father died while he was
brittany young
- He moved location due to - Many of his family members died/
persecution form yorkists were killed