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Wolf Hall

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Set during the English Reformation, 'Wolf Hall' brings to life the opulent and brutal world of the Tudors.

The novel focuses on Thomas Cromwell, who rises from humble origins to become a powerful advisor to King Henry VIII.

It explores themes of ambition, power, politics, religion, identity, and loyalty and betrayal, all set against the backdrop of Henry VIII's desire to marry Anne Boleyn and break from the Roman Catholic Church.

Mantel's vivid imagery and sensory details create a rich sense of time and place, making historical characters relatable to contemporary readers.

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Mentioned in 21 episodes

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Cal Newport
as an example of an author who produced high-quality work at a slower pace due to health issues.
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Ep. 245: “Crazy” Productivity
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Ezra Klein
as an amazing book about power.
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129. Trump’s America: Fear, Polarisation, and The Future (Ezra Klein)
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Jonah Goldberg
while discussing the television adaptation of her books about Henry VIII.
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A Hell of Our Own Creation
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John Cochrane
while discussing Thomas Cromwell's actions under Henry VIII.
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John Cochrane: How Will DOGE 'Disrupt' the Government?
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Jonah Goldberg
while discussing Henry VIII and Thomas Cromwell.
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Deadly Demosclerosis
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Francis Dearnley
while discussing the Tudor series.
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Spilling Starmer’s Tea
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Suzannah Lipscomb
as the version of Thomas More that we find in popular culture.
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Rise of Thomas More
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Danny Dyer
as inspiration after discovering Thomas Cromwell was his grandfather.
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S5 EP7: Danny Dyer describes battling addiction, UFO obsessions, and tackling Shakespeare
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Helen Castor
as a writer who demonstrates a commitment to precision in language and thought.
Helen Castor: imagining life in the fourteenth century.
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Anna Gát
in the context of understanding the motivations of historical figures.
Dwarkesh Patel: The Art of Getting Started and Noticed
Recommended for those who enjoy “Wolf Hall”, highlighting its humanist and realistic portrayal of British history.
I Could Never Be Your Woman with Karen Chee
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Gordon
White as a series he listened to while on the treadmill.
Zombie Co-Creation
Mentioned as the basis for the novels and dramatizations of the Trial of Thomas More, where Thomas Cromwell is portrayed as the hero.
Politics on Trial: Thomas More vs the King
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George Osborne
while discussing a BBC TV drama.
EMQs Easter special: Does anyone want to pay more taxes?
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George Hoare
referencing the book when asking a question, wondering if Thomas Cromwell is the sort of new man mentioned in the book.
/501/ Reading Club: The Lower-Middle Class
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Helen Lewis
in comparison to Adam McQueen's work.
Three Word Slogans (with Cleo Watson)
Mentioned by Paul as a book he attempted to read but did not enjoy due to the writing style.
Classical Education and AI: What’s the Future of Knowledge?
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Tessa Coates
as a book she found difficult to finish.
How to Stop Reading a Book
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Candice Lim
while discussing the adaptation of Hilary Mantel’s Wolf Hall.
Pope Leo XIV is the Taylor Swift of Catholicism
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Maddy Pelling
as the author of the Wolf Hall novels, which have reshaped the understanding of Thomas Cromwell.
Final Days of Thomas Cromwell

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