The Houses Of Lancaster And York With The Conquest And Loss Of France

""The Houses of Lancaster and York with the Conquest and Loss of France"" is a historical book written by James Gairdner. The book focuses on the political and military history of England during the period of the Wars of the Roses, which occurred between 1455 and 1485. The Wars of the Roses were a series of conflicts between the House of Lancaster and the House of York, two rival branches of the English royal family, over the throne of England. The book describes the key events and figures of this period, including the reigns of Henry VI, Edward IV, and Richard III. It also covers the English conquest of France during the Hundred Years' War, as well as the eventual loss of French territories under Henry VI. Gairdner's book provides a detailed account of the political and military strategies of the Lancastrians and Yorkists during this tumultuous period, as well as the social and economic impact of the Wars of the Roses on England. The book also includes a discussion of the cultural and artistic developments of the time, including the emergence of the Tudor dynasty and the Renaissance in England. Overall, ""The Houses of Lancaster and York with the Conquest and Loss of France"" is an informative and engaging read for anyone interested in English history, the Wars of the Roses, and the political and social developments of medieval Europe.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.