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Biographical note
Graham Turner has been painting professionally since 1984, developing an early fascination with history into the central theme of his artistic career, the Wars of the Roses in particular providing a major inspiration and focus for his endeavours. The meticulous research that underpins each of his paintings led to his participation in the adrenalin-pumping medieval sport of jousting for several years, his personal experiences with horses and armour providing him with an even deeper understanding of his subject matter that vividly comes across in his work.Beautifully illustrated and carefully researched… a unique and compelling book. A must have for anyone interested in this period.
Anne Curry, Emeritus Professor of Medieval History and Chair of the Battlefields Trust
It’s not often we are presented with the perfect opportunity to see through a window into the past, but in these fast-moving days of 2024 Graham Turner presents us with just that.
Living Medieval
The battle scenes are excellent, capturing the raw terror and confusion of a medieval battlefield, but also with a superb eye for detail… The renowned artist has produced a book of his paintings that are a perfect fit for those interested in the period.
Aspects of History
This is one of the best books published on the Wars of the Roses in recent years. It will prove an invaluable resource for amateur and academic historians alike, as well as wargamers, reenactors and anyone with a passing interest in this fascinating period of English history.
Toy Soldier Collector
If you only buy one book on the Wars of the Roses, make it this one, you won't be disappointed.
Battlefield
A picture is said to be worth a thousand words, and in the case of Graham Turner, very many more. This is a beautiful book full of memorable images, and it is also a comprehensive work of reference.
The Ricardian Bulletin
A highly illustrated history of the Wars of the Roses based on the medieval art of Graham Turner.
The period of civil strife in the second half of the 15th century now known as the Wars of the Roses was one of the most dramatic and tumultuous in English history.
Since first being inspired by a visit to Bosworth battlefield nearly 30 years ago, renowned historical artist Graham Turner has built a worldwide reputation for his depictions of this colourful and troubled era, his paintings and prints prized by historians and collectors for their attention to detail and dramatic and atmospheric compositions.
This new study contains a detailed history of the wars alongside a unique and comprehensive collection of over 120 of his paintings and drawings, many created especially for this book. It provides meticulously researched details of arms, armour, settings and countless other aspects of the period, while bringing to life the human stories behind the turbulent events.
Acknowledgements
Preface
Introduction
Chronology
CHAPTER 1: Henry V – A Formidable Legacy
CHAPTER 2: Henry VI – King of England and France
CHAPTER 3: Descent towards Civil War
CHAPTER 4: The Armies
CHAPTER 5: First Blood
CHAPTER 6: Uneasy Peace
CHAPTER 7: Open War Returns
CHAPTER 8: The Wheel of Fortune Turns
CHAPTER 9: Two Kings of England
CHAPTER 10: Edward IV – Consolidating his Crown
CHAPTER 11: A New Queen
CHAPTER 12: The Overmighty Subject
CHAPTER 13: Great Troubles
CHAPTER 14: Return of the King
CHAPTER 15: Our Sovereign Lord King Harry the Sixth
CHAPTER 16: Rightful Inheritance
CHAPTER 17: Relative Peace
CHAPTER 18: Richard III
CHAPTER 19: Henry VII
Painting Diary
Bibliography
Endnotes
Index