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Gregory, Philippa. The White Queen.(Brief article)(Book review)
Gregory, Philippa. The White Queen. Touchstone: S. & S. (The Cousins War). Aug. 2009. c.432p. ISBN 978-1-4165-6368-6. $25.99. F
A lovely young widow, Elizabeth, stands by the side of the road, hoping for a boon from the king against whom her husband fought. Her ultimate prize is far more--marriage and a crown, power, and influence. Edward of York risks much by marrying this commoner, but their union (and his new wife's fertility) brings an interlude of peace to an England tired of ongoing war. Then, Edward, never defeated in battle, is felled by a chill, leaving a child to inherit the throne. His brother …
