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Alison weir queen isabella treachery adultery and murder in medieval england part 02 audiobook duration. Publication date 1996 topics great britain history wars of the roses, 14551485. Albans, blore hill and towton, some of the bloodiest and most dramatic battles. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. Aug 04, 2009 a riveting account of the wars of the roses, focusing on the human side of the story. Lancater and york is a riveting account of the wars of the roses, from beloved historian alison weir.
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