Elizabeth of York

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The biography explores the life of Elizabeth of York, whose existence was pivotal during the tumultuous Wars of the Roses and the rise of the Tudor dynasty. As the daughter of King Edward IV and mother to Henry VIII, her journey is marked by personal tragedy, including the loss of her brothers and the usurpation of her family's throne. Alison Weir reveals Elizabeth's significant role in uniting the feuding houses of York and Lancaster through her marriage to Henry VII, highlighting her influence and strength as a consort and mother, while also addressing her legacy in the royal lineage.