The Wars of the Roses

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The intense rivalry between the Lancaster and York families shaped 15th-century British monarchy, leading to a tumultuous period marked by betrayal, power struggles, and the rise and fall of noble houses. Alison Weir vividly portrays key historical figures, including the influential queens Katherine of Valois, Elizabeth Wydville, and the formidable Margaret of Anjou, alongside notable nobles like Richard Neville, the Earl of Warwick, and King Edward IV. Their complex relationships and fierce ambitions highlight the dramatic impact of the Wars of the Roses on England's history.