Sean Mcglynn

Britain’s own game of thrones

A review of The Hollow Crown: The Wars of the Roses and the Rise of the Tudors, by Dan Jones, who says it's all Henry VI's fault

Henry VI did at least fulfil one function of kingship — that of ‘sacerdos’. Kneeling behind him is his uncle Henry Cardinal Beaufort, and standing (bearded) is another uncle, the ‘good Duke’ Humphrey [from the 15th century tapestry in St Mary’s Hall, Coventry/ Getty Images] 
issue 13 September 2014

  • The Hollow Crown: The Wars of the Roses and the Rise of the Tudors

    Dan Jones

    Faber, pp. 435

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