The book explores the complex sexual and romantic relationships of Edward II, delving into his connections with both men and women. It examines the historical context of his relationships, shedding light on the impact these dynamics had on his reign and the political landscape of the time. Through meticulous research, the author reveals how personal affairs intertwined with the king's public life, offering a nuanced portrait of a monarch often overshadowed by scandal and controversy.
Kathryn Warner Livres
Cet auteur explore la tapisserie complexe de l'histoire médiévale anglaise, en se concentrant particulièrement sur le règne complexe du roi Édouard II et les figures influentes de son époque. Son œuvre se caractérise par une recherche méticuleuse, dévoilant les motivations et les intrigues politiques qui ont façonné la période. Par une prose vivante, il donne vie aux personnalités et aux dynamiques sociales de l'Angleterre médiévale. La passion de l'auteur réside dans l'éclairage des récits nuancés du passé, offrant aux lecteurs une passerelle captivante vers cette fascinante époque historique.
Isabella of France
- 320pages
- 12 heures de lecture
New B-format paperback edition - The fascinating story of the exceptional woman who wrested power from Edward II and changed the course of English history.
Living in Medieval England
- 232pages
- 9 heures de lecture
A unique addition to the increasingly popular trend of looking at the ordinary lives of people. Provides an important perspective from the ground up' on the subjects of travel, trade, commerce, religion, culture and politics that is lacking in popular medieval histories.
John of Gaunt
- 320pages
- 12 heures de lecture
The first biography to tell the personal story of the wealthiest, most powerful and most hated man in medieval England.
Daughters of Edward I
- 248pages
- 9 heures de lecture
The (in)famous reigns of England's three Edwards were not only defined by war and the political triumphs and failures of men, but also by the women intimately associated with the Plantagenet dynasty. This narrative examines the lives and stories of some of England's forgotten royal women.
Blood Roses
- 320pages
- 12 heures de lecture
The first book to explore the rivalry between the Houses of York and Lancaster from 1245 right up to the Wars of the Roses
Long Live the King
- 312pages
- 11 heures de lecture
The first book to explore the contentious death and burial of Edward II
Philippa of Hainault
- 320pages
- 12 heures de lecture
New paperback edition - Philippa of Hainault: Mother of the English Nation. The first biography of a remarkable and influential English queen.
Peek beneath the sheets of our medieval ancestors to uncover attitudes towards sex and sexuality in the Middle Ages.
The Rise and Fall of a Medieval Family
- 272pages
- 10 heures de lecture
This is the first book on the Despenser family ever written .