Tag Archives: Princes in the Tower

Common Myths of the Wars of the Roses: Richard III: Victim of Tudor Propaganda? Part 1

Posted on April 15, 2018 by Derek Birks

In the past year, while writing my sixth novel set during the Wars of the Roses, I’ve had to confront directly in my research the legend that is Richard III. So much has been written about this king that it … Continue reading →

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The Trouble with Richard III… and the ‘Mornington Crescent’ Syndrome

Posted on June 24, 2015 by Derek Birks

I’ve been studying the Yorkist kings off and on for several decades. It’s a subject which has always interested me but I have to say that it’s gradually wearing me down, slowly grinding away at my historical patience. I started … Continue reading →

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