Introducing a wide range of contemporary historical sources, this book explores the fascinating history of England during an era of political turmoil and religious upheaval. Following an introductory section that outlines the social and economic context of events in the second half of the fifteenth century, it covers the history of the Wars of the Roses and the Tudor monarchy. A final chapter provides an overview of English society and culture in the sixteenth century. The author, Andrew Pickering, is the Programme Manager for a Plymouth University BA (Hons) degree in History, Heritage and Archaeology delivered at Strode College in Street, Somerset. He also is also a Senior Examiner for OCR A Level History.