Episode 351 - Rethinking Anne of Cleves with Dr Valerie Schutte
Talking Tudors · Jun 27, 2026 · 34:46
Talking Tudors · Jun 27, 2026 · 34:46
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In this episode Natalie Grueninger interviews Dr Valerie Schutte about her upcoming cultural biography of Anne of Cleves. They re-examine long-standing myths about Anne's appearance, birthdate, and role in Tudor politics, by returning to contemporary sources and continental perspectives.
The conversation also covers Anne's portrayal in art (including Holbein’s portraits), surviving books and dedications, the politics surrounding her divorce from Henry VIII, and how her reputation has evolved across centuries. Schutte's book is published July 3, 2026.
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