"The main value of this book lies in the colour illustrations, which offer wargamers sources upon which to base the painting of their miniature armies in one convenient volume. It provides a satisfactory overview of George II’s British Army and would be a good introduction to the subject..."
Miniature Wargames
"The main value of this book lies in the colour illustrations, which offer wargamers sources upon which to base the painting of their miniature armies in one convenient volume. It provides a satisfactory overview of George II’s British Army and would be a good introduction to the subject..."
Miniature Wargames
[b]Rating[/b]: 5 out of 5 stars Firstly, this book is very well written. Brown cleverly opens the book with the flight of James, as Duke of York, after the defeat and imprisonment of his father Charles I, and having him vowing to restore this “lost world” of his childhood, before going back to look at his birth and the circumstances surrounding it. It was a clever tactic and made me inclined to sympathise with a young boy whose world had been shattered. An outline of the religious divide in England at the time of his birth helped to set the connection for his later life and the picture the author drew of Henreiia Maria was particularly evocative. I could vividly picture the “candlelit entertainments interweaving dance, chamber music, allegory, poetry, fantastical costumes and sets.” The author has clearly done a huge amount of research and such observations are well rooted in primary evidence. ‘The Rover’ chapter was one of my favourites. The detailed account of Jame’s travels.. Read more
NetGalley, Rebecca B
[b]Rating[/b]: 5 out of 5 stars Firstly, this book is very well written. Brown cleverly opens the book with the flight of James, as Duke of York, after the defeat and imprisonment of his father Charles I, and having him vowing to restore this “lost world” of his childhood, before going back to look at his birth and the circumstances surrounding it. It was a clever tactic and made me inclined to sympathise with a young boy whose world had been shattered. An outline of the religious divide in England at the time of his birth helped to set the connection for his later life and the picture the author drew of Henreiia Maria was particularly evocative. I could vividly picture the “candlelit entertainments interweaving dance, chamber music, allegory, poetry, fantastical costumes and sets.” The author has clearly done a huge amount of research and such observations are well rooted in primary evidence. ‘The Rover’ chapter was one of my favourites. The detailed account of Jame’s travels.. Read more
NetGalley, Rebecca B
‘This book, the first thoroughly researched assessment of British naval policy and operations in the post Admiralty era, will define the era it examines and enhance our understanding of this critical period in the Royal Navy’s long history.’
Andrew Lambert, Professor of Naval History, King’s College, London
‘This book, the first thoroughly researched assessment of British naval policy and operations in the post Admiralty era, will define the era it examines and enhance our understanding of this critical period in the Royal Navy’s long history.’
Andrew Lambert, Professor of Naval History, King’s College, London
Competition as featured in
Henry III Roundtable Newsletter, April 2024
Competition as featured in
Henry III Roundtable Newsletter, April 2024
[b]Rating[/b]: 5 out of 5 stars
This nuanced exploration delves into the unconventional life of Edward II, the controversial English king sometimes celebrated as a gay icon for his relationships with men. Going beyond the shocking myth about his death, the book examines evidence supporting Edward’s bisexuality through his affairs with both men and women. It also reevaluates his marriage to Isabella of France, portraying its initial happiness—before the threats from Hugh Despenser and her alliance with Roger Mortimer led to tragedy.
This book refutes 700 years of misinformation to reveal what can truly be known about the marriage of Edward and Isabella, and the other people they may have loved. It’s a fascinating and much-needed correction that sweeps away ugly stereotypes to show the real human beings underneath. It’s a smart, insightful, compassionate, and enjoyable read that made me want to cheer.
NetGalley, Andrea Romance
[b]Rating[/b]: 5 out of 5 stars
This nuanced exploration delves into the unconventional life of Edward II, the controversial English king sometimes celebrated as a gay icon for his relationships with men. Going beyond the shocking myth about his death, the book examines evidence supporting Edward’s bisexuality through his affairs with both men and women. It also reevaluates his marriage to Isabella of France, portraying its initial happiness—before the threats from Hugh Despenser and her alliance with Roger Mortimer led to tragedy.
This book refutes 700 years of misinformation to reveal what can truly be known about the marriage of Edward and Isabella, and the other people they may have loved. It’s a fascinating and much-needed correction that sweeps away ugly stereotypes to show the real human beings underneath. It’s a smart, insightful, compassionate, and enjoyable read that made me want to cheer.
NetGalley, Andrea Romance
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