A Brief History of the Wars of the Roses
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A Brief History of the Wars of the Roses by Desmond Seward
A classic account of the bloody rivalry between the dynasties of York and Lancaster for the throne of England.
A brilliant study of the periodRich in historical detail, yet passionately written, the smell of battle seems to linger on the page. * Yorkshire Post *
It is hard to imagine a historian more in command of his subject ... The result is history as compelling as any novel. * Independent *
This is a splendidly and vividly written book. * Evening Standard *
It is hard to imagine a historian more in command of his subject ... The result is history as compelling as any novel. * Independent *
This is a splendidly and vividly written book. * Evening Standard *
Desmond Seward was born in Paris and educated at Ampleforth and St Catharine's College, Cambridge. He is the author of many books, including The Monks of War, The Hundred Years War, The Wars of the Roses, and The Last White Rose.
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| ISBN 13 | 9781845290061 |
| ISBN 10 | 1845290062 |
| Title | A Brief History of the Wars of the Roses |
| Author | Desmond Seward |
| Series | Brief Histories |
| Condition | Unavailable |
| Binding Type | Paperback |
| Publisher | Little, Brown Book Group |
| Year published | 2007-08-30 |
| Number of pages | 544 |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
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