The Wars of the Roses (A Royal History of England) - Softcover

Cheetham, Anthony

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0520228022 ISBN 13: 9780520228023

Publisher: University of California Press, 2000

Synopsis

From Henry IV, the first Lancastrian king, to Richard III, The Wars of the Roses follows the history of the kings of the houses of Lancaster and York who shaped this tumultuous period of English history. Anthony Cheetham provides insight into the politics, society, and economy of this time, and above all, he conveys the personal histories and characters of its rulers.

About the series A Royal History of England:

From the beginning of monarchical power in Norman times to the present queen, the British royal family has experienced many scandals, triumphs, and changes in public image, but few of their reigns can be described as uneventful. With contributions by specialist authors and contemporary illustrations of royal heraldry and coats of arms, Antonia Fraser has edited a definitive and entertaining history of one of the most powerful monarchies in the world.

About this title

About the Author:

Antonia Fraser is editor of the best-selling updated edition of The Lives of the Kings and Queens of England (California, 1999), as well as several other best-selling histories including The Gunpowder Plot. Text by Anthony Cheetham.

From Library Journal:

This five-volume series covers several centuries of English history, from the Battle of Hastings in 1066 to the death of Princess Diana, the fire that decimated Windsor Castle, and the Queen Mother's 99th birthday in 1999. Each volume offers loads of illustrations, both artworks and photos, as well as informative though not overly detailed text. Better for casual readers and students through high school.
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About this edition

• Publisher: University of California Press
• Publication date: 2000
• ISBN 10: 0520228022
• ISBN 13: 9780520228023
• Binding: Paperback
• Edition number: 1
• Number of pages: 112
• Editor: Fraser Antonia