The Wars of the Roses, (Paperback)

from PhilSyphe

I've lost count of how many books I've read on the Wars of the Roses. This is certainly one of the best versions of events. I like Dan Jones's non-academic approach. This is fascinating period of English history, albeit a complicated one, but the author tackles it well. It's good that he doesn't ...

from ParadigmTree

The Hollow Crown is an excellent history of the Wars of the Roses. The author writes in a very narrative style, which puts you right in the action along with the historical figures. This approach is incredible engaging and makes the Hollow Crown a wonderful read. I look forward to reading more fr...

from Joe73

This guy lays it out. Reading his books and then watching his series puts many things into perspective. This was a crappy time to be alive in, but oh what would we all do to be able to go back and take part in it. Would any of us hesitate? Not for a second.

from wagner.sarah35

*I received this book through GoodReads First Reads.* Dan Jones presents a great narrative history of the Wars of the Roses, detailing the factors leading up to the conflict, including the Hundred Years War and the minority of Henry VI, and the aftermath of the rebellions and pretenders faced by ...

from Stbalbach

This is my first book on this complex and violent period. Jones says the Wars of the Roses were caused by the weak and feckless King Henry VI. The English state required a strong King, and it fell into squabbling factions during Henry's reign. This is entirely reasonable. It misses the larger con...