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by King of England Henry VIII · 1491–1547
"The Love Letters of Henry VIII to Anne Boleyn; With Notes by Henry VIII" is a historical collection of correspondence written in the early 16th century. This compilation highlights the romantic yet tumultuous relationship between King Henry VIII and Anne Boleyn, showcasing heartfelt sentiments and the complexities of court life during a significant period in English history. The letters reveal the King's ardent affections for Anne, marked by both passion and desperation as he seeks her love while navigating the political and social intrigues of the Tudor court. The collection presents a series of letters, expressing Henry's longing for Anne during her periods of absence from court. He conveys his feelings through a mix of tenderness and urgency, often inquiring about her health and well-being, while also discussing the dynamics surrounding their relationship, including the complications arising from his marriage to Catherine of Aragon. The letters provide insight into Anne's character as well, particularly in her responses and the way she gracefully manages Henry's advances while maintaining her dignity. Overall, this collection serves not only as a testament to their romance but also as a vivid portrayal of the era's societal constraints and the personal struggles within a powerful relationship.
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- Read time
- 26 min
- Words
- 5,789
- Chapters
- 1
- Paragraphs
- 150
- Price
- Free
- Anne Boleyn, Queen, consort of Henry VIII, King of England, 1507-1536 -- Correspondence
- Great Britain -- Kings and rulers -- Correspondence
- Henry VIII, King of England, 1491-1547 -- Correspondence
- Love-letters -- Early works to 1800
On turning over in my mind the contents of your last letters, I have put myself into great agony, not knowing how to interpret them, whether to my disadvantage, as you show in some places, or to my advantage,
Al revolver en mi mente el contenido de tus últimas cartas, me he sumido en gran angustia, sin saber cómo interpretarlas, si en mi perjuicio, como muestras en algunos lugares, o en mi favor, como las entiendo en otros,
as I understand them in some others, beseeching you earnestly to let me know expressly your whole mind as to the love between us two.
rogándote encarecidamente que me hagas saber expresamente todo tu sentir respecto al amor entre nosotros dos.
It is absolutely necessary for me to obtain this answer, having been for above a whole year stricken with the dart of love, and not yet sure whether I shall fail of finding a place in your heart and affection,
Es absolutamente necesario para mí obtener esta respuesta, habiendo estado durante más de un año herido por la flecha del amor, y sin estar aún seguro de si lograré encontrar un lugar en tu corazón y afecto,
which last point has prevented me for some time past from calling you my mistress; because, if you only love me with an ordinary love, that name is not suitable for you, because it denotes a singular love,
punto este último que me ha impedido durante algún tiempo pasado llamarte mi señora; porque, si solo me amas con un amor ordinario, ese nombre no es adecuado para ti, ya que denota un amor singular, que está
which is far from common.
muy lejos de ser común.
But if you please to do the office of a true loyal mistress and friend, and to give up yourself body and heart to me, who will be, and have been,
Pero si te place cumplir el oficio de una verdadera y leal señora y amiga, y entregarte a mí cuerpo y corazón, quien será, y ha sido,
your most loyal servant, (if your rigour does not forbid me) I promise you that not only the name shall be given you, but also that I will take you for my only mistress,
tu más leal sirviente (si tu rigor no me lo impide), te prometo que no solo se te dará el nombre, sino que también te tomaré por mi única señora,
casting off all others besides you out of my thoughts and affections, and serve you only.
dejando a un lado a todas las demás fuera de mis pensamientos y afectos, y sirviéndote únicamente.
I beseech you to give an entire answer to this my rude letter, that I may know on what and how far I may depend.
Te ruego que des una respuesta entera a esta mi tosca carta, para que sepa en qué y hasta qué punto puedo confiar.
And if it does not please you to answer me in writing, appoint some place where I may have it by word of mouth, and I will go thither with all my heart.
Y si no te place responderme por escrito, designa algún lugar donde pueda obtenerla de viva voz, y me dirigiré allí con todo mi corazón.
No more, for fear of tiring you.
Nada más, por temor a cansarte.
Written by the hand of him who would willingly remain yours,
Escrita por la mano de aquel que desearía permanecer tuyo,
About the author
King of England Henry VIII1491–1547
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- Original language
- English
- Translation
- Spanish, machine translation
- Source text
- Project Gutenberg #32155
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