Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Mit: The Complete Works of William Shakespeare
The Massachusetts Institute of Technology provides the complete text of Shakespeare's works. Content also includes a search engine (for looking up words and/or phrases), a chronological and alphabetical listing of his plays, a collection...
National Archives (UK)
The National Archives: Henry Viii
This collection of records and primary source documents from the reign of Henry VIII show how Henry developed his own image to make himself seem even more powerful.
Internet History Sourcebooks Project
Fordham University: Modern History Sourcebook: Elizabeth and the Spanish Armada
Fordham University provides the words spoken by Elizabeth I to her troops in 1588 when they went to fight the Spanish Armada.
Internet History Sourcebooks Project
Fordham University: Medieval Sourcebook: Letter on Henry Divorce 1533
A letter by Thomas Cranmer on Henry VIII's divorce, written in 1533 as a firsthand account of Henry's activity.
Luminarium
Luminarium: Henry Viii (1491 1547)
Part of a larger site on Renaissance literature contains links to many biographies of Henry VIII. Includes a compilation of works written by Henry VIII.
Luminarium
Luminarium: Works of Thomas More
Listing of Thomas More's works: correspondence, Latin epigrams, "Richard III," and "Utopia" with links to the texts.
Other
Interactive Bible: Reformation & the Church of England
The history of Reformation as told by the Church of England.
Blackdog Media
Classic Reader: King Henry Viii by William Shakespeare
This is the full text of the five-act historic play King Henry VIII by William Shakespeare including a list of characters, a prologue, and an epilogue.
My Learning
My Learning: Explore the Medieval Realms of St Mary's Abbey, York
Find out about St. Mary's Abbey, and its power and wealth in the North of England. Take a virtual tour through the Abbey to see how the monks lived from the 1080s to its destruction by Henry VIII in 1539.
Other
English history.net: The Six Wives of Henry Viii
If you're looking for a good resource on the six wives of Henry VIII, then you've found the right place. This site presents detailed biographies on each of Henry's wives plus links to other resourceful information.
Victoria and Albert Museum
Victoria and Albert Museum: Style Guide: Renaissance
An examination of Renaissance style, as it was practiced in England. See examples of Renaissance architecture, furniture, and designs and learn about the motifs that characterize this style of ornamentation. Also learn about the role...
Other
Historic Royal Palaces: Hampton Court Palace: Young Henry Viii
Henry VIII remains a personality of much interest even today. Explore his biography from handsome, educated young man to grumpy king.
Other
Explore the Mary Rose
Climb aboard the Mary Rose, Henry VIII's historical Tudor flagship raised in 1982, and enjoy the sights, sounds, and smells of life on board.
PBS
Wnet: Thirteen: The Six Wives of King Henry Viii: Portrait of a King
Have you ever wondered why King Henry VIII had six wives, why he looked the way he did, or what things he liked to do? Explore this site and learn all about King Henry VIII from clothes to power to love.
PBS
Wnet: Thirteen: The Six Wives of Henry Viii
PBS series about Henry's six wives, which originally aired in 2003, tells each wife's story in her own words. Includes background information about each woman, why she was chosen to be queen, her role as queen, her struggles with her...
PBS
Wnet: Thirteen: The Six Wives of Henry Viii: Tudor Times
Explore Tudor England by playing an interactive riddle game. Find clues to six riddles in paintings that commemorate events from Henry's life and reign.
Other
Tudor History: The Tudor Monarchs From 1485 1603
A history of the Tudor Kings and Queens who ruled England from 1485-1603. The site contains biographies, cultural, and historical data.
Other
The Mary Rose Trust: Welcome to the Mary Rose
A comprehensive website that explores the Mary Rose, Henry VIII's favorite ship. Use the tool bar at the top of the site to find out about the ship itself, its construction, life on board the ship, and naval history during the reign of...
Bibliomania
Bibliomania: William Shakespeare
Here find links to the full texts of William Shakespeare's plays as well as study guides. (Note: Some of the links may no longer work.)
Royal Household
The British Monarchy: Royal Encyclopaedia: Henry Viii (R. 1509 1547)
This resource provides information on the life and rule of King Henry VIII. Discusses his many marriages and desire for a male heir which led to the Protestant Reformation.
Other
Queen Anne Boleyn
This site gives details into the life of Anne Boleyn. Provides a biography, letters written by Anne, insight into the romance between her and Henry VIII, and more.
Luminarium
Luminarium: Sir Thomas More
This comprehensive site offers biographical information concerning Sir Thomas More, texts of his works, articles and essays about his works, and a list of other available sources.
Luminarium
Luminarium: Sir Thomas Wyatt, the Elder
Links from this site access biographical information concerning Sir Thomas Wyatt, texts of his works, articles and essays about his works and a list of other available sources.
Luminarium
Luminarium: Essays and Research on the Renaissance
Use this comprehensive site to learn more about English Renaissance Literature. This site is a gold mine of information. It has several essays that illuminate this genre. Find out more about this period in literature through this...