- Hardcover: 320 pages
- Publisher: HarperCollins (31 Oct 1998)
- Language English
- ISBN-10: 006039269X
- ISBN-13: 978-0060392697
- Product Dimensions: 24.1 x 16 x 3.3 cm
- Average Customer Review: 4.6 out of 5 stars See all reviews (16 customer reviews)
- Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 987,028 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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In this new book, renowned litigator Bertram Fields goes back more than 500 years to offer a compelling look at the case of Richard III. Applying the same modern techniques he successfully uses in the courtroom, Fields outlines and evaluates the arguments on both sides, weighs the evidence, and offers the definitive truth about this extraordinary man. Fields examines the earliest biographers of Richard, exposing the political, cultural, and geographical biases inherent in their portrayals and reveals how much "fact" was actually gossip and disinformation, including that given the world by More and Shakespeare. He sets the stage for the coming drama with a lucid and colorful picture of the War of the Roses, the long struggle between the houses of York (white rose) and Lancaster (red rose), that put Richard's family on the throne. He vividly brings to life the key players, including the weak but saintly Henry VI, used and deceived by everyone, including his rapacious queen; the womanizing soldier-king Edward IV, bribed into inaction by the French king's gold; his conniving wife, Elizabeth Woodville; the charming but treacherous brother Clarence; Richard's loyal wife, Anne Neville, kidnapped and hidden away as a kitchen maid; and Henry Tudor, the exile with virtually no legitimate claim to rule, who schemed at Richard's betrayal and replaced him on the throne. Setting them against the rich tapestry of the period, the author conveys a fresh and insightful view of the many players in this royal drama and analyzes their motives and machinations as they vie for the power of the crown. Clearing away the dust of time, Royal Blood attempts to answer the intriguing questions inherent in the drama:Was Edward IV's marriage truly legal? Were his sons, Edward, Prince of Wales, and Richard, Duke of York illegitimate? What role did Richard play - or not - in his brother Clarence's death? Were the bones found in the Tower of London those of the young princes? Was there even a m
About the Author
Bertram Fields, the author of two novels published under a pseudonym, is widely regarded as the most prominent entertainment lawyer in the US. He has successfully tried many of the landmark cases in the entertainment and communications industries over the past twenty years. He lives near Los Angeles.
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33 of 34 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
Nobody who writes on the subject of Richard III is ever impartial; no matter how unbiased they claim to be. This is also true of Bertram Fields. But after reading Alison Weir's "Princes in the Tower" his writing came as a breath of fresh air. Other reviewers complained about his sustained attack on Miss Wier's book, but I felt that it was justified. He analysed her arguments well. Unlike many writers on the subject Mr Fields does not avoid evidence or facts that don't fit in with his general view. Everything is analysed and every probable interpratation is examined...just what was needed as no one theory on Richard or the princes fits all the facts known. Essential reading.
21 of 22 people found the following review helpful
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I have always been fascinated by this period of history and, whilst it could be said that I suffer from a Red-rose bias, I approached this book with an open mind. It shows how easy it is to distort history and portray a person as a villain by simply ignoring some of the evidence available. Bertram Fields disects the evidence and arguments to give a balanced view which allows the reader to make up their own mind on the matter.
Perhaps we shall never know who was responsible for the deaths of the young Princes, but this book has led me to question Richard's guilt, which means that I shall read more on this subject.
Read, enjoy and make your own mind up.
Perhaps we shall never know who was responsible for the deaths of the young Princes, but this book has led me to question Richard's guilt, which means that I shall read more on this subject.
Read, enjoy and make your own mind up.
17 of 18 people found the following review helpful
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This book is exactly what I was looking for: Easy to read, a page turnover and a history book. There is not fiction there, just facts. For years I have been deeply interested in English history and you can find so many fictional books around there that provides you information you do not know if it is really true or false. This book just give you facts.
I wish I could came across more books like this one.
I wish I could came across more books like this one.
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A fair-handed account of Richard III's guilt
I bought this book on the strength of other positive reviews and I must say, I wasn't disappointed.
The book gives a very thorough and comprehensive account of the... Read more
The book gives a very thorough and comprehensive account of the... Read more
Published 22 months ago by Rivers3162
Royal Blood
The mystery of the princes is very complicated, but Fields explains it all clearly and in depth, with various possibilities being analysed as required. Read more
Published on 30 Jan 2010 by Mr. A. J. Clark
Putting forth the facts clearly...
Mr. Fields has done an excellent job of sifting through and analyzing the evidence in the case of the princes who disappeared. Read more
Published on 28 Jan 2010 by Devaki Khanna
royal blood: king richard III and the mystery of the princes
Enjoyed a different way of writing about this age old mystery. Felt that it was an honest an un-biased opinion.
Published on 1 Jun 2009 by HollyB
Excellent, fair and superbly researched
Wow - what a superb read! Demonstrating painstaking research, Mr Fields does a wonderful job of objectively presenting the facts as well as providing an excellent 'guide to... Read more
Published on 25 May 2009 by Janie231
An excellent summary of the case for and against
I was dubious about buying a book by 'the top entertainment lawyer in the US', but I'm glad I did. Whether you come to this book believing in Richard III's guilt or innocence, it... Read more
Published on 31 Jan 2009 by Mr. Stephen G. York
Fabulous Book - Shame on you Alison Weir
At last a balanced account of the mystery of the Princes in the Tower that treats Richard III as a person and not Shakespeare's archetype. Read more
Published on 13 Sep 2007 by Thomas York
On the strength of this book,-NOT GUILTY!!!
I come originally from the fair county of Leicestershire and have been fascinated with the life of Richard III since discovering at the age of 5 that British history changed so... Read more
Published on 4 Mar 2005 by Nostromo
The Trial of Richard III
Some years ago - too many for me to remember! - Channel 4 Broadcast a Trial of Richard III, where he was found Not Guilty of the supposed murders of the Princes in the Tower. Read more
Published on 21 Oct 2004 by Mrs. D. J. Smith
would recommend this book
The book was not a challenging read but certainly informative and entertaining. Itis always refreshing to read another interpretation of commonly held historical facts, and as the... Read more
Published on 2 Jun 2004
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