It's a great play. The dialogues are amazing. It probably isn't a very accurate depiction of Saint Thomas Moore, but it does discuss the king's divorce and it is still very good theatre.

A modern description of a historical event, this play describes the tribulations of Sir Thomas More during the split between the Roman Catholic Church and the newly-formed Church of England. The play lays out the historical details clearly and articulately. The writing is engaging and accessible. Most importantly, the depiction of More is true to everything we know about his personality and morals.The fascinating part for me is More's approach to the law. There are some very memorable quotes [...]

As a community college student I believe this book would be an excellent addition to any list of political novels for required reading. Its theme is religious freedom, but it's also about government, and how too much power to the center can influence everyone's understanding of morality and values. Because King Henry the VIII said so, there were new definitions for marriage. Was he right? Most people now would say yes, but Thomas Moore speaks of objective truth and how it cannot be changed despi [...]

A classic story of one man's fight for his conscience. The movie adaptation was given numerous awards. An absolute requirement for a complete understanding of Tudor England. The work is meticulously researched with minor changes made for dramatic purposes. Many memorable lines. For Catholics and all people that value religious freedom.

Classic story, tragic principle vs compromising God before your King story. Always loved it. Never gets old! You won't be disappointed.

Every player brought out of the centuries into brilliant relief. An strangely unreligeous for the subject matter, being more about humanity than any god.