Richard Duke of York, Father of Kings: The Origins of Tudor England - Hardcover
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Languages:EnglishPublisher:Frontline BooksISBN-13:9781036126117ISBN-10:1036126110UPC:9781036126117Book Category:Biography & Autobiography, HistoryBook Subcategory:Royalty, Historical, EuropeBook Topic:Great BritainSize:9.30 x 6.23 x 1.43 inchesWeight:1.3007Product ID:SCY4GGDNYC
Reevaluates Richard Plantagenet's life, highlighting his pivotal role in the Wars of the Roses and Wakefield.
Richard of York, Father of Kings explores the life and legacy of Richard Plantagenet, 3rd Duke of York, shedding new light on his role in the Wars of the Roses and the events surrounding the Battle of Wakefield. While Richard III often dominates historical discussions, his father's impact has been comparatively overlooked.
The Battle of Wakefield in December 1460 marked a turning point in the Wars of the Roses. Richard of York's death paved the way for his son Edward IV's ascent to the throne and ultimately the Tudor dynasty through his grandchildren, Edward V and Elizabeth of York. Elizabeth's marriage to Henry VII linked Richard of York's legacy to the English monarchy. Historian Paul Dawson, however, presents a provocative reinterpretation of these events.
Utilizing previously unseen archival documents from institutions such as the Bibliothèque nationale de France and The National Archives at Kew, Paul Dawson uncovers fresh insights into the Battle of Wakefield. These sources reveal a complex web of alliances stretching across Europe, challenging traditional narratives and recontextualizing Richard's role in the geopolitical struggles of the era.
This ground-breaking work provides a nuanced understanding of Richard of York's influence on both English and European history, reshaping perceptions of this pivotal period in the late medieval world.
Richard of York, Father of Kings explores the life and legacy of Richard Plantagenet, 3rd Duke of York, shedding new light on his role in the Wars of the Roses and the events surrounding the Battle of Wakefield. While Richard III often dominates historical discussions, his father's impact has been comparatively overlooked.
The Battle of Wakefield in December 1460 marked a turning point in the Wars of the Roses. Richard of York's death paved the way for his son Edward IV's ascent to the throne and ultimately the Tudor dynasty through his grandchildren, Edward V and Elizabeth of York. Elizabeth's marriage to Henry VII linked Richard of York's legacy to the English monarchy. Historian Paul Dawson, however, presents a provocative reinterpretation of these events.
Utilizing previously unseen archival documents from institutions such as the Bibliothèque nationale de France and The National Archives at Kew, Paul Dawson uncovers fresh insights into the Battle of Wakefield. These sources reveal a complex web of alliances stretching across Europe, challenging traditional narratives and recontextualizing Richard's role in the geopolitical struggles of the era.
This ground-breaking work provides a nuanced understanding of Richard of York's influence on both English and European history, reshaping perceptions of this pivotal period in the late medieval world.
Languages:EnglishPublisher:Frontline BooksISBN-13:9781036126117ISBN-10:1036126110UPC:9781036126117Book Category:Biography & Autobiography, HistoryBook Subcategory:Royalty, Historical, EuropeBook Topic:Great BritainSize:9.30 x 6.23 x 1.43 inchesWeight:1.3007Product ID:SCY4GGDNYC
Dawson, Paul L.: - Paul L. Dawson BSc Hons MA, MIFA, FINS, is a historian, field archaeologist and author who has written more than twenty books, his specialty being the French Army of the Napoleonic Wars. As well as speaking French and having an in-depth knowledge of French archival sources, Paul is also an historical tailor producing museum-quality replica clothing, the study of which has given him a unique understanding of the Napoleonic era.
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