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The Women of the Cousins' War
Philippa Gregory, David Baldwin, Michael Jones · Book · 2011
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The White Princess
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Shares a thread with The Women of the Cousins' War: Royal Family.
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The White Queen
Series · 2013
Shares 2 threads with The Women of the Cousins' War: Women in Power, War of the Roses.
This series brings the exact historical period of The Women of the Cousins' War to life, focusing on the women who maneuvered through the chaotic, violent landscape of the throne.
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Business Wars
Audible · Podcast · 2026
Explores: market dominance, competitive strategy, innovation warfare.
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Common questions
Is The Women of the Cousins' War a work of historical fiction?
No, The Women of the Cousins' War is a non-fiction historical account. It draws on original documents, archaeological findings, and other historical sources to examine the lives of Jacquetta, Duchess of Bedford, Elizabeth Woodville, and Margaret Beaufort.
What historical figures are profiled in The Women of the Cousins' War?
The Women of the Cousins' War focuses on three specific women: Jacquetta, Duchess of Bedford; Elizabeth Woodville, who was the wife of King Edward IV; and Margaret Beaufort, the woman who founded the Tudor dynasty.
Who are the authors of The Women of the Cousins' War?
The Women of the Cousins' War was written by Philippa Gregory, David Baldwin, and Michael Jones. The book was published in 2011 and provides a detailed look at the lives of three influential women during the period of the Wars of the Roses.
Does The Women of the Cousins' War provide historical evidence for its claims?
Yes, The Women of the Cousins' War relies on factual evidence rather than narrative invention. The authors utilize original documents, archaeology, and other historical records to reconstruct the stories of the three central figures and their roles in the history of the Tudor dynasty.