Katharine Regina (1888)

Katharine Regina is a historical novel written by Walter Besant and published in 1888. The story is set in the early 16th century and follows the life of Katharine of Aragon, the first wife of King Henry VIII of England. The novel explores her early life in Spain, her marriage to Prince Arthur of England, his untimely death, and her subsequent marriage to his younger brother, Henry VIII.Besant's portrayal of Katharine is sympathetic and highlights her strength of character, intelligence, and determination. The novel also provides a detailed account of the political and religious turmoil of the time, including the rise of the Protestant Reformation and the conflict between Henry VIII and the Catholic Church.Overall, Katharine Regina is a well-researched and engaging historical novel that offers a unique perspective on one of England's most fascinating queens.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.