Geoffrey Elton (historian)

Geoffrey Elton was a respected British historian known for his detailed study of the English Reformation and Tudor England. He emphasized the importance of understanding historical events through the perspective of key political figures and their decisions, rather than solely focusing on social or economic factors. Elton analyzed how the personal ambitions and actions of rulers, especially King Henry VIII, shaped major historical changes. His approach advanced the study of history by highlighting the role of individual agency within the broader political context.