Chronicles of England, Scotland and Ireland (3 of 6): England (4 of 9) Edward the Fourth, Earle of March, Sonne and Heire to Richard Duke of Yorke

"Chronicles of England, Scotland and Ireland (3 of 6): England (4 of 9)" by Raphael Holinshed is a story that recounts the bloody ascent of Edward IV to the English throne during the War of the Roses. The book captures the moment Edward gains power by explaining how people supported his rise, emphasizing the strength of his royal blood and the way he was seen as king. Characters such as the Duke of Somerset and the Earl of Warwick make appearances and shape the struggles between families fighting for control of the kingdom. The Battle of Towton is very important, resulting in Edward IV taking victory and showing how disagreements, promises broken, and grief all took part in the civil war.