Book Companion - Edward IV

About this episode

Charlie Higson explores the reign of Edward IV amidst the backdrop of civil wars and power struggles in England.

Willy Willy Harry Stee, Harry Dick John Harry Three, One Two Three Neds, Richard Two, Henry's Four Five Six.........then who? King Edward IV that's who! The tale of bloody battles continues as Edward returns for a second stab at the crown as Charlie Higson makes sense of civil wars and the struggle for ultimate power. This episode's proper historian is James Hawes, author of The Shortest History Of England. Plus! A special guest historian returns as Helen Castor brings us the sad postscript to the incredible Margaret Of Anjou You can read more about Edward by popping to the bookshop, or going online and buying what can only be described as 'The Book Of The Podcast'. Willie WIllie Harry Stee is available now, with illustrations by Jim Moir and words by our very own Charlie Higson. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

People in this episode

Host: Charlie Higson

Guests: James Hawes, Helen Castor

Topics covered

• civil wars
• power struggle
• Edward IV
• historical battles
• English history

Keywords

• Edward IV
• civil wars
• historical battles
• James Hawes
• Helen Castor

Mentioned in this episode

Books & works: The Shortest History Of England, The Book Of The Podcast

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