Edward IV

In Edward IV, 2nd Edition, author Hannes Kleineke delivers a comprehensive examination of Yorkist governance designed for students of the Wars of the Roses and readers interested in the history of monarchy. The volume investigates the exercise of royal authority in late medieval England, documenting how the regime established stability following intense dynastic civil strife.

The narrative addresses critical shifts in English statecraft, tracing the historical transition from traditional medieval political structures toward early renaissance monarchy. Through detailed thematic analysis, Kleineke connects the political decisions of the crown to broader administrative developments, offering a clear framework for understanding fifteenth-century royal power.

This 2nd Edition features 12 black and white illustrations that supplement the historical analysis. Published by Routledge, the book provides students of late medieval England with an accessible overview of Yorkist governance, court politics, and monarchical leadership.