John Ashdown-Hill Non-Fiction books in order

Q: "How many books are in the John Ashdown-Hill Non-Fiction series?"

"There are 12 books in the John Ashdown-Hill Non-Fiction series, published between 2009 and 2019."

Q: "What is the first book in the John Ashdown-Hill Non-Fiction series?"

"The first book in the John Ashdown-Hill Non-Fiction series is The Secret Queen / Eleanor, published in 2009."

Q: "What subjects do John Ashdown-Hill's books cover?"

"Ashdown-Hill's books focus on 15th-century English history, particularly Richard III's life and death, Edward IV's reign, the Wars of the Roses, and medieval royal genealogy. His works include The Last Days of Richard III, The Search for Richard III (documenting the discovery process), Eleanor the Secret Queen (about Edward IV's alleged first marriage), and various studies of medieval royal lineages."

Reading order

#	Title	Published	Author	Buy on Amazon
1	The Secret Queen / Eleanor	2009	John Ashdown-Hill	Buy
2	Richard III’s ‘Beloved Cousyn’	2009	John Ashdown-Hill	Buy
3	The Last Days of Richard III	2010	John Ashdown-Hill	Buy
4	Royal Marriage Secrets	2013	John Ashdown-Hill	Buy
5	The Third Plantagenet	2014	John Ashdown-Hill	Buy
6	The Dublin King	2015	John Ashdown-Hill	Buy
7	The Mythology of Richard III	2015	John Ashdown-Hill	Buy
8	The Wars of the Roses	2015	John Ashdown-Hill	Buy
9	The Private Life of Edward IV	2016	John Ashdown-Hill	Buy
10	Cecily Neville: Mother of Richard III	2018	John Ashdown-Hill	Buy
11	The Mythology of the ‘Princes in the Tower’	2018	John Ashdown-Hill	Buy
12	Elizabeth Widville, Lady Grey	2019	John Ashdown-Hill	Buy

Ashdown-Hill’s twelve historical works concentrate on the late Plantagenet period and the Wars of the Roses. His Richard III books examine the king’s life, death, and posthumous reputation, challenging Tudor propaganda that portrayed Richard as a monster. The Last Days of Richard III reconstructs the final weeks of Richard’s reign leading to Bosworth Field, while The Search for Richard III documents the genealogical research and archaeological project that found his grave.

Other books explore related figures and controversies. Eleanor the Secret Queen investigates the claim that Edward IV was secretly married to Eleanor Talbot before his official marriage to Elizabeth Woodville, which would have made his children illegitimate and Richard III’s claim to the throne legally sound. Royal Marriage Secrets examines other concealed marriages and genealogical puzzles in the royal family. Ashdown-Hill’s work consistently uses genealogical evidence and DNA research to address historical questions, bringing scientific methods to medieval studies.

The books appeal both to academic audiences and general readers interested in medieval history. Ashdown-Hill writes clearly about complex genealogical arguments, making detailed family trees and dynastic disputes accessible. His involvement in the Richard III discovery brought his work wide attention, and his books remain important sources for anyone studying this period. The collection represents a career devoted to rehabilitating Richard III’s reputation and demonstrating how modern genetic science can solve historical mysteries.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many books are in the John Ashdown-Hill Non-Fiction series?

There are 12 books in the John Ashdown-Hill Non-Fiction series, published between 2009 and 2019.

What is the first book in the John Ashdown-Hill Non-Fiction series?

The first book in the John Ashdown-Hill Non-Fiction series is The Secret Queen / Eleanor, published in 2009.

What subjects do John Ashdown-Hill's books cover?

Ashdown-Hill’s books focus on 15th-century English history, particularly Richard III’s life and death, Edward IV’s reign, the Wars of the Roses, and medieval royal genealogy. His works include The Last Days of Richard III, The Search for Richard III (documenting the discovery process), Eleanor the Secret Queen (about Edward IV’s alleged first marriage), and various studies of medieval royal lineages.

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