Chronicles of England, Scotland and Ireland (3 of 6): England (3 of 9) by Holinshed
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| Author | Holinshed, Raphael, -1580? |
|---|---|
| Title |
Chronicles of England, Scotland and Ireland (3 of 6): England (3 of 9) Henrie the Sixt, Sonne and Heire to Henrie the Fift |
| Note | Reading ease score: 55.0 (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 (3 of 6): England (3 of 9)" by Holinshed is a historical account written in the late 16th century. The work presents an extensive narrative of historical events, focusing on the life and reign of King Henry VI of England, particularly his early years and the political machinations surrounding his ascent to the throne. The book likely delves into the complexities of English and French politics during this tumultuous period. The opening of the chronicle introduces the young King Henry VI, who ascends to the throne shortly after the death of his father, Henry V. At just nine months old, his guardians and regents, including notable figures like the Duke of Bedford and the Duke of Glocester, are tasked with governing and maintaining stability in England while facing ongoing conflicts in France. As the narrative unfolds, it captures the political intrigue, military strategies, and shifting loyalties that characterize this era, especially the challenges posed by the Dauphin Charles, who seeks to assert his claim to the French throne amidst the chaos of civil strife and war. The opening sets the stage for a detailed exploration of the English-French wars and the various characters who play pivotal roles in shaping this historical narrative. (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 -- Henry VI, 1422-1461 |
| Subject | Great Britain -- History -- To 1485 |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 46672 |
| Release Date | Aug 24, 2014 |
| Most Recently Updated | Aug 25, 2014 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 72 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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