Peter Hoskins is a former RAF pilot who writes, lectures and gives battlefield tours. His highly praised previous books In the Steps of the Black Prince: The Road to Poitiers, 1355-1356, Agincourt 1415 and Crecy 1346 have established his reputation as an authority on the Hundred Years War.
Hoskins's attention to detail brings the fourteenth-century
chevauchées to life, allowing tantalising glimpses into the social
and physical aspects at play among the men. This is an enjoyable
and informative work.
*PARERGON*
An interesting contribution to our understanding of this crucial
battle.
*HISTORYOFWAR.ORG*
An ideal stand-alone source, built around an excellent historical
narrative, useful on the spot and, critically, good maps!
*DESPATCHES*
The real value of this book.is in the wealth of details woven into
Haskins's narrative. The constantly unfolding and changing
landscape is skilfully depicted, informing the narrative analysis
of strategic decisions taken.
*HOBILAR*
A fascinating study which enhances our understanding of the way
chevauchées unfolded as well as impressing us even further with the
qualities of the Black Prince and the resilience of his men. [...]
It stands as a new and imaginative approach to the subject.
*H-FRANCE REVIEW*
This impressive study is based on Hoskins' personal knowledge of
the landscape and local history, combined with the use of the
chronicles and modern historical viewpoints. The author points out
the difficult terrain and issues with logistical matters that
impacted the expeditions. The work includes numerous photographs
and maps indicating the path of the chevauchées. It is a fine
addition to the literature on the Edwardian War.
*INTERNATIONAL HISTORY*
Well written and gives a lot of information. [...] All the
essential information is there and the reader will gain insight
into how the battle [of Poitiers] took place.
*MEDIEVAL WARFARE*
Hoskins' book is a valuable and insightful contribution to our
knowledge of the road to Poitiers and the strategy of the medieval
English chevauchée. His firsthand experience of the terrain, his
understanding of tactics and strategy, and his careful use of the
extant sources inform every page of the book, making In the Steps
of the Black Prince a must for an historian of the Hundred Years
War.
*DE RE MILITARI*
Another first-rate Boydell title. [...] I can think of few accounts
of medieval warfare which read as well as this one.
*LONE WARRIOR*
Hoskins' book is the product of a fascinating exercise and the
author's approach can be of considerable value when dealing with
differences between sources.
*THE MEDIEVAL REVIEW*
Aided by fine maps this is a solid reconstruction of medieval
warfare.
*CONNEXION*
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