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Chronicles of England, Scotland and Ireland (3 of 6): England (7 of 9) Henrie the Seauenth, Sonne to Edmund Earle of Richmond, Which Edmund was Brother by the Moothers Side to Henrie the Sixt

By Raphael Holinshed

(3.5 stars) • 10 reviews

In a kingdom divided, a new king rises to power, battling enemies and uniting families to secure his throne.

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2014-05-18
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"Chronicles of England, Scotland and Ireland (3 of 6): England (7 of 9)" by Raphael Holinshed, recounts the historical events during and surrounding King Henry VII's reign in England. This historical narrative gives a view into a time of turmoil and conflict while painting a picture of the political environment and the fight between the houses of Lancaster and York. The story begins with the Battle of Bosworth, which leads to Henry VII defeating Richard III. The story then goes on to highlight the risks to the kingdom, the effort to bring peace between the houses of Lancaster and York. It captures Henry's procession into London, his marriage to Elizabeth, the establishment of laws, and the ever-present threat of rebellion, giving insights into the social and political complexities of the time.

About the Author

Raphael Holinshed was an English chronicler, who was most famous for his work on The Chronicles of England, Scotlande, and Irelande, commonly known as Holinshed's Chronicles. It was the "first complete printed history of England composed as a continuous narrative". The Holinshed Chronicles was a major influence on many Renaissance writers, such as Shakespeare, Spenser, Daniel and Marlowe.

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