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Title:
Chronicles of England, Scotland and Ireland (3 of 6): England (6 of 9)
Richard the Third, Third Sonne to Richard Duke of Yorke, and Uncle to Edward the Fift
Note: Reading ease score: 58.4 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
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Summary: "Chronicles of England, Scotland and Ireland (3 of 6): England (6 of 9)" by Holinshed is a historical account written during the late 16th century. This work offers a detailed examination of English history, particularly focusing on the reign of King Richard III and the tumultuous events surrounding his ascent to the throne, including the political machinations and intrigues of the period. At the start of the narrative, the reader is introduced to the backstory of King Richard III, detailing his rise to power following the death of his brother, Edward IV. The opening chapters vividly recount Richard's coronation alongside Queen Anne, as well as the initial discontent and suspicion surrounding his rule. It also sets the stage for the darker elements of his reign, notably the alleged murder of his young nephews, the rightful heirs, which establishes a prevailing theme of betrayal and ambition that characterizes the unfolding events. This gripping introduction keenly prepares the reader for a deep exploration of power, morality, and the darker aspects of human ambition in a royal setting. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Holinshed, Raphael, -1580?
EBook No.: 45611
Published: May 8, 2014
Downloads: 107
Language: English
Subject: Great Britain -- History -- Tudors, 1485-1603
Subject: Great Britain -- History -- Richard III, 1483-1485
Subject: Great Britain -- History -- To 1485
LoCC: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Great Britain, Ireland, Central Europe
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
Title:
Chronicles of England, Scotland and Ireland (3 of 6): England (6 of 9)
Richard the Third, Third Sonne to Richard Duke of Yorke, and Uncle to Edward the Fift
Note: Reading ease score: 58.4 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
Credits:
Produced by Jonathan Ingram, Richard Tonsing and the Online
Distributed Proofreading Team at http:
//www.pgdp.net
Summary: "Chronicles of England, Scotland and Ireland (3 of 6): England (6 of 9)" by Holinshed is a historical account written during the late 16th century. This work offers a detailed examination of English history, particularly focusing on the reign of King Richard III and the tumultuous events surrounding his ascent to the throne, including the political machinations and intrigues of the period. At the start of the narrative, the reader is introduced to the backstory of King Richard III, detailing his rise to power following the death of his brother, Edward IV. The opening chapters vividly recount Richard's coronation alongside Queen Anne, as well as the initial discontent and suspicion surrounding his rule. It also sets the stage for the darker elements of his reign, notably the alleged murder of his young nephews, the rightful heirs, which establishes a prevailing theme of betrayal and ambition that characterizes the unfolding events. This gripping introduction keenly prepares the reader for a deep exploration of power, morality, and the darker aspects of human ambition in a royal setting. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Holinshed, Raphael, -1580?
EBook No.: 45611
Published: May 8, 2014
Downloads: 107
Language: English
Subject: Great Britain -- History -- Tudors, 1485-1603
Subject: Great Britain -- History -- Richard III, 1483-1485
Subject: Great Britain -- History -- To 1485
LoCC: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Great Britain, Ireland, Central Europe
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.