Hello fellow history lover!
Ahead of the publication of her latest novel, The House of Boleyn, Dr Tracy Borman OBE joined me to talk about the real stories and people in this exploration of the Boleyn family story. We talked about how she tackled the challenge of blending history and fiction, and the inspiration for setting her novel The House of Boleyn at Hever Castle and how it offers a fresh perspective on Tudor family life. We also talked about how she explores the human side of the historical figures, especially Thomas Boleyn and Anne Boleyn, challenging outdated stereotypes.
Important to Tracy, and indeed her book, is the role of the servants at Hever Castle and she tells us how she used everyday household details to create authenticity—fireplaces, relationships with servants, and the sensory experience of Tudor life.
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You can also listen to this episode on the British History Podcast.
Until next time, take care and have fun!
Philippa 💜
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