Raphael Holinshed
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.
Chronicles (1 of 6): The Historie of England (4 of 8) The Fovrth Booke Of The Historie Of England
Experience the intense battles and political intrigue of ancient Britain as Roman forces clash with native tribes, shaping the destiny of a nation.
By Raphael Holinshed
Chronicles (1 of 6): The Historie of England (3 of 8)
Discover the rivalries and reigns of legendary British kings whose actions shaped the foundations of a nation.
By Raphael Holinshed
Chronicles 1 (of 6): The Historie of England 5 (of 8) The Fift Booke of the Historie of England.
Amidst betrayal and warring factions, a king's rise and fall triggers a cascade of conflicts that will forever change the balance of power in early Britain.
By Raphael Holinshed
Chronicles (3 of 6): Historie of England (1 of 9) Henrie IV
After a king steps down, a new ruler's rise sparks noble rivalries and political games that threaten the stability of the kingdom.
By Raphael Holinshed
Chronicles of England, Scotland and Ireland (2 of 6): England (04 of 12) Stephan Earle Of Bullongne
A new king's rise to power unveils a period of conflict, betrayal, bloody battles, and broken oaths, plunging England into a violent civil war.
By Raphael Holinshed
Chronicles (1 of 6): The Historie of England (2 of 8) The Second Booke Of The Historie Of England
From a banished Trojan prince battling giants to the founding of England, discover the epic and turbulent origins of a nation.
By Raphael Holinshed
Chronicles of England, Scotland and Ireland (2 of 6): England (11 of 12) Edward the Third, Who Came to the Crowne by the Resignation of His Father Edward the Second
A young king's rise to power is challenged by riots, power-hungry nobles, and conflicts in the early days of his reign.
By Raphael Holinshed
Chronicles of England, Scotland and Ireland (2 of 6): England (12 of 12) Richard the Second, the Second Sonne to Edward Prince of Wales
Watch as a young king ascends to the throne, setting the stage for a land grappling with power struggles, external threats, and the delicate dance between ruler and ruled.
By Raphael Holinshed
Chronicles of England, Scotland and Ireland (2 of 6): England (02 of 12) William Rufus
Amidst promises and betrayals, a king's ascent to the throne ignites a furious battle for power within his own family and kingdom.
By Raphael Holinshed
Chronicles (1 of 6): The Historie of England (6 of 8) The Sixt Booke of the Historie of England
Witness the fierce battles and devout decisions of English kings as they shape a nation's destiny amidst warring kingdoms and the rising influence of the church.
By Raphael Holinshed
Chronicles of England, Scotland and Ireland (2 of 6): England (05 of 12) Henrie the Second
Witness a king's ascent to power, his struggles to maintain control, and the looming conflict that threatens to tear apart his kingdom.
By Raphael Holinshed
Chronicles (1 of 6): The Historie of England (7 of 8) The Seventh Boke of the Historie of England
Witness a kingdom crumble under the weight of invasion and a king’s feeble rule, as betrayal and turmoil threaten to consume England.
By Raphael Holinshed
Chronicles of England, Scotland and Ireland (2 of 6): England (06 of 12) Richard the First
** Witness the dawn of a king's rule as he navigates family turmoil and political strategy on the eve of epic crusades.
By Raphael Holinshed
Chronicles of England, Scotland and Ireland (2 of 6): England (03 of 12) Henrie I.
A king's rise to power hinges on political promises and a strategic marriage, while a looming family feud threatens to pull the kingdom into war.
By Raphael Holinshed
Chronicles (1 of 6): The Historie of England (8 of 8) The Eight Booke of the Historie of England
In a world of kings and earls, witness the deadly dance of ambition and deceit that will decide the fate of England.
By Raphael Holinshed
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
In a kingdom divided, a new king rises to power, battling enemies and uniting families to secure his throne.
By Raphael Holinshed
Chronicles of England, Scotland and Ireland (3 of 6): England (3 of 9) Henrie the Sixt, Sonne and Heire to Henrie the Fift
A baby king inherits a kingdom, sparking power struggles and wars as ambitious figures vie for control of England and France.
By Raphael Holinshed
Chronicles (1 of 6): The Description of Britaine
Uncover the ancient mysteries and foundational history of Britain, from its mythical origins to the shaping of its cultural identity.
By Raphael Holinshed
Chronicles of England, Scotland and Ireland (2 of 6): England (09 of 12) Edward the First, Surnamed Longshanks, the Eldest Sonne of Henrie the Third
Journey back to a time of noble kings, fierce battles, and treacherous alliances, where a newly crowned monarch faces unrest and rebellion as he fights to secure his throne and unite a divided land.
By Raphael Holinshed
Holinshed Chronicles: England, Scotland, and Ireland. Volume 1, Complete
Enter a world where ancient landscapes and kingdoms emerge, offering a doorway into the storied past of England, Scotland, and Ireland through a detailed historical lens.
By Raphael Holinshed