Category Archives: Books 2019

Books 2019 – on sale today – Carolina of Orange-Nassau: Ancestress of the royal houses of Europe by Moniek Bloks

Posted on 25th January 2019 by Tamise

‘Carolina of Orange-Nassau (1743 1787) was born the daughter of William IV, Prince of Orange, and Anne, Princess Royal and was thus the granddaughter of King George II. It was upon the King’s orders that she was named after his … Continue reading →

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Books 2018 – two books on sale today…

Posted on 24th January 2019 by Tamise

24th January 2019 – Cecily Duchess of York (paperback) by J.L. Laynesmith ‘This is the first scholarly biography of Cecily Neville, duchess of York, the mother of Edward IV and Richard III. She was said to have ruled Edward IV … Continue reading →

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My review of ‘Margaret Tudor: The Life of Henry VIII’s Sister by Melanie Clegg

Posted on 22nd January 2019 by Tamise

This is a highly readable account of the life of the Tudor Princess who became Queen of Scotland, Margaret Tudor. Often overlooked in favour of her famous brother Henry VIII, Clegg brings Margaret vividly to life as we follow her … Continue reading →

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Books 2019 – on sale today – White King: The Tragedy of Charles I (paperback) by Leanda de Lisle

Posted on 10th January 2019 by Tamise

‘Less than forty years after the golden age of Elizabeth I, England was at war with itself. At the head of this disintegrating kingdom was Charles I, who would change the face of the monarchy for ever. His reign is … Continue reading →

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Two books to look forward to in 2019…

Posted on 13th September 2018 by Tamise

7th March 2019 – Shadow King: The Life and Death of Henry VI by Lauren Johnson ‘First-born son of a warrior father who defeated the French at Agincourt, Henry VI of the House Lancaster inherited the crown not only of … Continue reading →