On August 3, 2023 the Folger’s virtual book club continues with a discussion of Wolf Hall by Hilary Mantel. To prepare for the discussion, we have pulled together a list of Folger resources related to Henry VIII and this turbulent time for the English court.
EXPLORE Shakespeare’s version of events
- Read Henry VIII
- Henry VIII, Folger Theatre (2010)
- Play on! Q&A: Caridad Svich on translating ‘Henry VIII’
DISCOVER the historical figures in our collection
- Henry VIII
- Thomas Cromwell
- The Tudors
EXPLORE adaptations of Wolf Hall
We would like to thank the following organizations for their generous support of this program
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Into the Vault: Books of the 1620s
Into the Vault: Books of the 1620s
See books from the Folger collection that were printed in European cities in the decade from which the Shakespeare First Folio emerged.
Fri, Jun 21 – Sun, Oct 13, 2024
DIY at the Folger: Printing
DIY at the Folger: Printing
Families will get an introduction to historic printing and help Folger staff pull a print from our very own printing press!
Wed, Oct 09, 2024
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Edith Holler by Edward Carey
Edith Holler by Edward Carey
Folger Book Club: Edith Holler by Edward Carey
A macabre tale set in turn-of-the-century Norwich, our October selection ruminates on childhood in a theatrical setting.
Thu, Oct 10, 2024, 6:30pm
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