Castor, Helen
Blood and Roses
- ISBN 13:
- 9780571216710
- author:
- Castor, Helen
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Faber & Faber
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2005
- Pages:
- 384
- Dimensions:
- 20 x 12.5 x 2.5 centimetres (0.3
- Genre:
- British & Irish history: c 1000 to c 1500
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
The Wars of the Roses left an indelible mark on England, but the thoughts and feelings of those who lived through it remain largely unknown. Yet, amidst the turmoil, a Norfolk family, the Pastons, left behind a remarkable legacy - a collection of letters that offer a unique glimpse into the lives of ordinary people during extraordinary times. These letters, the oldest surviving family correspondence in English, reveal the intricate web of politics, business, and personal relationships that bound the Paston family together. Tracing the extraordinary history of this family across three generations, Helen Castor brings to life a story of survival, love, and human connection in the face of war and upheaval. Through the Paston family's letters, a dramatic and moving narrative emerges, one that sheds new light on a pivotal period in English history.
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