Explore how Wales and the border counties shaped the Wars of the Roses, not just the main battles.
Read a detailed, source-based history that centers on documentary evidence and contemporary voices.
The book argues that Welsh records and poetry provide essential insights often overlooked in traditional histories. It treats original documents as the backbone of its narrative, balancing literary material with careful historical analysis. Readers will follow a carefully sourced account that connects Welsh perspectives with the broader Lancastrian and Yorkist conflicts.
- Learn how Welsh leaders and border counties influenced strategy and outcomes.
- See how poets and contemporary records illuminate political loyalties and local power.
- Understand the challenges of using medieval sources, including bias and exaggeration.
- Discover maps, genealogies, and authorities that help reconstruct the period.
Ideal for readers of medieval history, Welsh history, and those curious about how local realities shaped a national drama.