An Alternative History of Britain: The War of the Roses 1455 – 85 By Timothy Venning The Wars of the Roses was one of the most turbulent times in England’s history. Over a period of thirty years England saw four different King’s sit upon the throne, a King deposed, become King again and then deposed …
The Man Behind the Tudors: Thomas Howard, 2nd Duke of Norfolk by Kirsten Claiden-Yardley I absolutely loved this book from beginning to end, so much so that I read it in under twenty-four hours – I just didn’t want to put it down! Throughout the years of reading and my own personal research, I have read …
Bowmen of England by Donald F. Featherstone I was pleasantly surprised just how much I enjoyed Donald Featherstone’s book on the Bowmen of England. Before reading I thought, how can you make an entire book about the medieval bow? You pick it up and fire an arrow…. Oh boy how very wrong I was! I …
Richard III: Fact and Fiction By Matthew Lewis Richard III is one of England’s most dividing figures. Some see him as a usurper, stealing the throne from his nephew and locking the boy and his brother away in the Tower, ultimately doing away with them. Others paint him as a hero, the rightful heir to …
Wakefield and Towton: War of the Roses by Philip Haigh I am thoroughly enjoying Pen and Swords Battleground tour series! They have really inspired me to go back to England and take their books with me so I can visit some of these incredible sights. Philip Haigh’s book is another brilliant addition to this series …
