A collection of essays by leading historians, edited by Anthony Goodman and James L Gillespie. Richard II, son of the Black Prince, was a contentious figure, whose reign was referred to as 'the tyranny' after only a decade. These essays aim to re-evaluate the frequently biased evidence and create a rounded portrait of the king.

Drawing on scholarship from both sides of the Atlantic, this re-evaluation of Richard's reigngives a rounded portrait of this fascinating and much maligned king.

This is a worthwhile collection of essays by leaders of historical opinion about Richard II whose views are often nicely juxtaposed, thoughtfully and amply supported by authorities, and likely to stimulate further discussion.