The Structures of Power in Early Modern England - Politics, Religion, and Society under the Tudors

Explore the dynamics of power and authority in early Tudor England in this 52-minute lecture from Yale University's course on Early Modern England. Delve into recent trends in English political history, examining both formal institutions and political culture. Learn about key government structures, including law courts, royal administration, and Parliament. Analyze how Henry VII and Henry VIII's personalities shaped their reigns and their relationships with the nobility. Discover the methods used by early Tudor kings to solidify and extend royal authority, including propaganda, patronage, consultations, and coercion. Gain insights into the expansion of government post-1530 due to succession issues and religious changes. The lecture covers five chapters: The Early Tudors, Institutions: The King, Parliament, Monarchy, and Propaganda, Patronage, Consultation, and Coercion.