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Chronicles of England, Scotland and Ireland (3 of 6): England (6 of 9) Richard the Third, Third Sonne to Richard Duke of Yorke, and Uncle to Edward the Fift

By Raphael Holinshed

(3.5 stars) • 10 reviews

In a kingdom filled betrayals and desires, a king's ascent is paved with suspicion and the alleged deaths of heirs.

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2014-05-08
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"Chronicles of England, Scotland and Ireland (3 of 6): England (6 of 9)" by Raphael Holinshed is a historical record that intensely examines the reign of King Richard III during the late 1500s. It immerses readers in a world of political plots and schemes as it traces Richard's path to becoming king after the death of his brother, Edward IV, vividly portraying his coronation alongside Queen Anne and the initial doubts about his control. Setting a dramatic tone, the story highlights the alleged tragic deaths of his young nephews, heirs to the throne, which highlights the underlying theme of betrayal and ambition that shapes the flow of events. Through these events, the narrative sets the stage for a gripping exploration of power dynamics, moral decisions, and the darker cravings of human ambition within a royal setting.

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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