The Wars of the Roses - Softcover

Pollard, A J

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0333406044 ISBN 13: 9780333406045

Publisher: Palgrave HE UK, 1988

Synopsis

The Wars of the Roses covers the period that begins with the accession of Henry IV, the first Lancastrian king, in 1399, and ends with the Battle of Bosworth in 1485. While the principle of hereditary monarchy had been established in the Middle Ages, Henry's claim to the crown was to bedevil the rule of England for nearly 100 years. Anthony Cheetham not only brings to life the politics of succession and the ensuing war, he also creates a strong sense of the strengths, weaknesses and convictions of the monarchs: from the guilt-ridden Henry IV, whose reign was beset by enormous troubles, yet who nonetheless passed his kingdom intact to Edward IV, to Richard III, most argued-over of English kings and the last to die in battle. Their striking biographies are interwoven with the significant political and religious events of the period to create a succinct, thorough and entertaining volume.

About this title

About the Author

A.J. Pollard is Professor of History, University of Teesside.

Review

'A stimulating summary which brings the subject up to date. Clear and level-headed approach.' - Mr G.C.F. Forster, University of Leeds

Edition details

• Publisher: Palgrave HE UK
• Publication date: 1988
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0333406044
• ISBN 13: 9780333406045
• Binding: Paperback
• Edition number: 1
• Number of pages: 152