Book Companion - Edward VI

About this episode

Charlie Higson explores the reign of Edward VI, discussing its potential and the historical context with historian Stephen Alford.

Willy Willy Harry Stee, Harry Dick John Harry Three, One Two Three Neds, Richard Two, Henry's Four Five Six.........then who? Edward Four Five...Dick The Bad, Harry's Twain and Ned The Lad Henry VIII's only legitimate son is crowned King at 9 years old and as Charlie Higson discovers, his should have been the perfect reign, but it will come as no surprise to find out that things didn't go according to plan. Helping Charlie is this episodes proper historian, Stephen Alford who wrote about Edward for Penguin Books 'Monarch' series as well as authoring his highly acclaimed book ' The Watchers: A Secret History of the Reign of Elizabeth' And of course, if you like books, remember to get your copy of 'Willie WIllie Harry Stee' by Charlie, available now! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

People in this episode

Host: Charlie Higson

Guest: Stephen Alford

Topics covered

• Edward VI
• British monarchy
• historical reign
• children in power
• historical analysis

Keywords

• Edward VI
• Charlie Higson
• Stephen Alford
• British history
• monarchy
• historical podcast
• reign of Edward VI

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Penguin Books

Books & works: Willie WIllie Harry Stee, The Watchers: A Secret History of the Reign of Elizabeth

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