The Hundred Years War Book

Seward's book provides a good introductory history of the 100 Years War for the reader who seldom reads history. In particular it covers very well the actions of Henry IV and Henry V, two kings that Shakespeare wrote plays about. Seward's book however will disappoint the reader who specializes in English history.

Seward's style is lively and his text is never boring. His choice of maps is excellent while his selection of art illustrations is dreadful. He chooses to tell the story from the English perspective which is a legitimate choice but one which will leave any reader wishing to understand the French objectives or strategies very frustrated.