The Cream of the Jest · Character
Nan Boleyn
A historical figure appearing as a character in Kennaston's visions.
minor
Also known as Mistress Boleyn, Mistress Anne Boleyn
First appearance: xxxi horvendile to ettarre at whitehall
Nan Boleyn shows up with force in XXV: Byproducts of Rational Endeavor. The page is where that presence becomes real.
Appears at Blickling Hall, using her influence and wit to persuade King Henry VIII to defy the Pope and marry her.
Nan Boleyn first appears in 0037 xxxi horvendile to ettarre at whitehall.
In XXV: Byproducts of Rational Endeavor: Appears at Blickling Hall, using her influence and wit to persuade King Henry VIII to defy the Pope and marry her.
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