The Last Yorkists - by Richard Anderton (Hardcover)

About the Book

Through the lens of the influential de la Pole brothers, this book offers readers a chance to explore some of the lesser known aspects of Henry VII and Henry VIII's rule, in particular their foreign wars and often duplicitous dealings with other European monarchs.

Book Synopsis

Edmund and Richard de la Pole were the last princes of the House of York to actively seek the English throne - their epic thirty year struggle against Henry VII and Henry VIII saw them plunged into a murderous maelstrom of international intrigue. Although the brothers were nephews of Richard III, England's last Yorkist king, neither had been born to rule and they were forced into rebellion by the relentless scheming of their Tudor rivals.

During their miserable years of exile, both men would be pursued by assassins, beset by spies and betrayed by friends; but when Edmund found himself trapped by the shifting sands of medieval alliances, Richard took on the mantle of 'White Rose'. Being far more shrewd than his irascible brother, Richard successfully recruited the French and Scottish kings to the Yorkist cause and his attempts to depose the Tudors would win him fame and fortune on battlefields from Naples to Northumberland - but not the crown he so desperately desired.

Review Quotes

'A vivid and masterful exploration of the Tudors' draining struggle to overcome the spectre of the White Rose - an essential, balanced and thrilling read.'--Nathen Amin, author of Son of Prophecy

'In The Last Yorkists, Richard Anderton delves into the tumultuous lives of Edmund and Richard de la Pole, the final active claimants to the English throne from the House of York. Anderton's meticulous research brings to light the intricate political maneuvers and personal trials of the de la Pole brothers. Their story is one of resilience and ambition, marked by shifting allegiances and the ever-present threat of assassination. The Last Yorkists not only chronicles their efforts to reclaim the throne but also offers a poignant reflection on the fleeting nature of power and the enduring human spirit. This book is an indispensable addition to the historical narrative of the Wars of the Roses and the final chapters of the Yorkist saga.'--Heather R. Darsie, J.D., author of Katharine of Aragon, Spanish Princess

About the Author

Richard Anderton is a writer from the north of England with a passion for history. He has previously written historical fiction, as well as for a variety of magazines.