Wars of the Roses, The

Much myth and fantasy surrounds the events of the Wars of the Roses: a bloody and prolonged dynastic struggle between the houses of York and Lancaster. Terence Wise's fascinating text lays bare the real story, and examines the armies, liveries and badges of the conflict. The author's readable account provides a comprehensive guide as to who fought whom, where, when, why and for what, from the origins of the Wars to such famous battles as Tewkesbury and Bosworth. The accompanying photographs, illustrations and color plates by Gerry Embleton clearly detail the arms, armor and standards of the time.

Contents:
Introduction
The Wars of the Roses
1455-1464
1469-1471
1483-1487
The Armies
Liveries and Badges
The Plates