Category Archives: Books 2019

Books 2019 – on sale now – Stephen and Matilda’s Civil War: Cousins of Anarchy by Matthew Lewis

Posted on 31st October 2019 by Tamise

‘The Anarchy was the first civil war in post-Conquest England, enduring throughout the reign of King Stephen between 1135 and 1154. It ultimately brought about the end of the Norman dynasty and the birth of the mighty Plantagenet kings. When … Continue reading →

Books 2019 – on sale today – Philippa of Hainault: Mother of the English Nation by Kathryn Warner

Posted on 15th October 2019 by Tamise

‘Philippa of Hainault: Mother of the English Nation is the first full-length biography of the queen who stood in the middle of the some of the most dramatic events in English history. Philippa’s marriage was arranged in order to provide … Continue reading →

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Books 2019 – on sale today – Royal Witches: From Joan of Navarre to Elizabeth Woodville by Gemma Hollman

Posted on 1st October 2019 by Tamise

‘Until the mass hysteria of the seventeenth century, accusations of witchcraft in England were rare. However, four royal women, related in family and in court ties – Joan of Navarre, Eleanor Cobham, Jacquetta of Luxembourg and Elizabeth Woodville – were … Continue reading →

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Books 2019 – on sale today – The House of Grey: Friends and Foes of Kings by Melita Thomas

Posted on 15th September 2019 by Tamise

‘The Grey family was one of medieval England’s most important dynasties. They were were on intimate terms with the monarchs and interwoven with royalty by marriage. They served the kings of England as sheriffs, barons and military leaders. In Henry … Continue reading →