Matt's Non-Fiction

Factual histories written by Matt Lewis

A desire to tell the stories of history and to bring characters to life, made more rounnded by the context of their lives and experiences drive Matt's non-fiction histories.

Stephen & Matilda's Civil War
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Cousins of Anarchy

The Anarchy was the first civil war in post-Conquest England, enduring throughout the reign of King Stephen between 1135 and 1154.

Richard III
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in Fact & Fiction

King Richard III remains one of England's most controversial monarchs. Sorting fact from fiction brings us closer to the real man.

Richard III
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Loyalty Binds Me

A fresh look at the life of one of English history's most controversial figures, building his character from cradle to recently rediscovered grave.

Richard, Duke of York
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King By Right

The patriarch of the Yorkist dynasty, father to Edward IV and Richard III, York's life was a fascinating and complex fall from service into rebellion.

Survival of the Princes in the Tower
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Murder, Mystery & Myth

The fate of the Princes in the Tower is one of history's most enduring mysteries. But what if looking for a murderer is the wrong path to explore?

The Wars of the Roses
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The Key Players

A complex series of confrontations, the Wars of the Roses is made easier to navigate with this fascinating look at some of the period's colourful characters.

Henry III
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Son of Magna Carta

Despite becoming king as a child in the wake of the failures of his father King John, Henry III would rebuild royal authority amid rebellion and high politics.

The Wars of the Roses
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in 100 Facts

Packed with interesting, bite-sized chunks to help navigate the twists and turns of the Wars of the Roses. Part of Amberley Publishing's 100 Facts series.

Medieval Britain
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in 100 Facts

The medieval period is condensed into 100 fascinating bite-sized facts that you may or may not know. Part of Amberley Publishing's 100 Facts series.