Elizabeth of York and the Birth of the Tudor Dynasty (Hardback)
Uniting the Roses
Imprint: Pen & Sword History
Pages: 192
Illustrations: 16 mono illustrations
ISBN: 9781399044158
Published: 18th November 2024
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Elizabeth of York has often been overlooked by Tudor historians in favour of her infamous son King Henry VIII and his six wives, as well as her glorious ‘Virgin Queen’ granddaughter Queen Elizabeth I. But Elizabeth, the daughter of King Edward IV and Elizabeth Woodville, deserves far more recognition than she currently receives. She suffered the loss of her younger brothers, the Princes in the Tower, and lived through the reign of her maligned uncle King Richard III, who it has been suggested plotted to marry his niece.
Elizabeth was born at a time when having women in power was not considered desirable, but if she had been able to rule then Elizabeth would have been England’s first queen regnant. It was her position as the heiress to the House of York that solidified her husband’s claim to the throne. When she married Henry VII they finally united the warring houses of Lancaster and York. It is often thought that Elizabeth was a weak, ineffectual and pious woman who was too meek to challenge her husband’s rule, but in reality she held some sway over her husband and he often valued her opinion. If anything, Elizabeth was a resolute, well-respected and influential queen.
Despite being of Plantagenet blood, Elizabeth of York was the mother of the Tudor dynasty, one of England’s most powerful and ruthless monarchies. Yet she was a devoted mother and an adored queen to the people of England.
If you want a solid introductory book to the life and times of the first Tudor queen, I would recommend you read, “Elizabeth of York and the Birth of the Tudor Dynasty: Uniting the Roses” by Beverley Adams.
NetGalley, Heidi Malagisi
A thorough look at the daughter of King Edward IV and Elizabeth Woodville - from her childhood until her death. Honestly, I thought I knew pretty much all there was to know about this young queen and I was pleasantly surprised to learn not only new things about her but about the traditions of the monarchy as well. Beverley Adams (author) poses some very interesting questions and if there is no clear-cut answer - she doesn't try to solve them. Instead she poses "food for thought" if you will - very well done. Includes pictures which is always a bonus from me. Not only a must for all White Rose and Red Rose fans but for all those who love histories of the monarchy. Definitely NOT a dull read.
NetGalley, Christine Cazeneuve
Really insightful and interesting for all us historians and well worth a read! Elizabeth of York has often been overlooked by Tudor historians in favour of her infamous son King Henry VIII and his six wives, as well as her glorious ‘Virgin Queen’ granddaughter Queen Elizabeth I. But Elizabeth, the daughter of King Edward IV and Elizabeth Woodville, deserves far more recognition than she currently receives. She suffered the loss of her younger brothers, the Princes in the Tower, and lived through the reign of her maligned uncle King Richard III, who it has been suggested plotted to marry his niece.
NetGalley, Michelle Coates
This book gives Elizabeth a voice that has been lost to history in many ways, overshadowed by the controversies involving her brothers, uncle Richard, and her son.
NetGalley, Jodi Kasprzyk
Rating: 5 out of 5 stars
NetGalley, Georgi Lvs Books
‘The death of the princes made Elizabeth the true heir to the crown, in the eyes of loyal Yorkist supporters but at just 18 years old and being female her chances of ascending the throne was defunct’.
Such an interesting read that I devoured this really quickly!
A must read for Tudor lovers!
‘She had come a long way from being the scared girl in sanctuary to the young mother who stood on the threshold of true queenship’.
Rating: 5 out of 5 stars
NetGalley, Kathryn McLeer
I really didn’t know a lot about Elizabeth of York but was able to learn about this woman and how she started the Tudor dynasty. It was researched well and enjoyed how much passion Beverley Adams had about this.
About Beverley Adams
Beverley Adams was born and raised in Preston, Lancashire. She gained her MA in English in 2018 and her first book, The Rebel Suffragette: The Life of Edith Rigby, was published in September 2021. She is passionate about bringing the lives of inspirational women back to life. Her interests include history, in particular local history, reading and travel.
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