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Catherine Howard: Ambition and Tragedy
This chapter delves into the life of Catherine Howard, the fifth wife of Henry VIII, examining her youthful ambition and the constraints of her royal role. It explores her tragic vulnerability, the scandals that defined her brief time as queen, and the significant challenges she faced within the Tudor court. Through her story, the chapter reflects on the complex interplay between power, seduction, and the dire consequences of being a woman in a patriarchal society.