Chronicles of England, Scotland and Ireland (2 of 6): England (10 of 12)
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About this eBook
| Author | Holinshed, Raphael, -1580? |
|---|---|
| Title |
Chronicles of England, Scotland and Ireland (2 of 6): England (10 of 12) Edward the Second, the Sonne of Edward the First |
| Note | Reading ease score: 59.7 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
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Produced by Richard Tonsing, Jonathan Ingram and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net |
| Summary | "Chronicles of England, Scotland and Ireland (2 of 6): England (10 of 12)" is a historical account written in the late 19th century. This work delves into the reign of King Edward II, presenting a detailed narrative of significant events and his governance during this tumultuous period in English history, characterized by political intrigue, struggles for power, and conflicts with Scotland. The opening of the text introduces us to King Edward II and the complexities of his rule, beginning with his ascension to the throne in 1307 following the death of his father, Edward I. Events unfold rapidly as Edward demonstrates favoritism toward his old companion, Piers de Gaveston, whose influence leads to significant discontent among the English nobility. The king’s leniency towards indulgent behaviors and the surrounding political turmoil sets the stage for a conflict between the crown and the powerful baronial lords, illuminated by accounts of parliamentary proceedings, rivalries, and the gradual decay of Edward’s authority as he faces escalating challenges both abroad and at home. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | DA: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Great Britain, Ireland, Central Europe |
| Subject | Great Britain -- History -- Tudors, 1485-1603 |
| Subject | Great Britain -- History -- To 1485 |
| Subject | Great Britain -- History -- Edward II, 1307-1327 |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 46669 |
| Release Date | Aug 24, 2014 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 114 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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