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Not Just the Tudors

CHAPTER

The Rise and Fall of Thomas Risley and Richard Rich

This chapter explores the manipulative and opportunistic characters of Thomas Risley and Richard Rich within the treacherous landscape of Henry VIII's court. It highlights their ambition, relationships, and the moral failures that ultimately led to their downfalls, revealing the chaotic and brutal nature of political power during the Tudor era.

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