Chronicles of England, Scotland and Ireland (3 of 6): England (2 of 9) by Holinshed
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| Author | Holinshed, Raphael, -1580? |
|---|---|
| Title |
Chronicles of England, Scotland and Ireland (3 of 6): England (2 of 9) Henrie the Fift, Prince of Wales, Sonne and Heire to Henrie the Fourth |
| Note | Reading ease score: 58.1 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
| Note | Wikipedia page about this book: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Holinshed%27s_Chronicles |
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| Summary | "Chronicles of England, Scotland and Ireland (3 of 6): England (2 of 9)" by Holinshed is a historical account written in the late 16th century. This volume focuses on the reign of Henry V of England, detailing the significant events, battles, and reforms during his rule. It offers a deep insight into the political, social, and military landscape of early 15th century England, emphasizing the intricacies of power and governance, as well as the interactions between English and Scottish entities. The opening of the text begins with the inauguration of Henry V, who ascended to the throne after the death of his father, Henry IV. The narrative chronicles the promising start of his reign, characterized by his immediate efforts to establish his authority amidst noblemen’s homage and the challenges he faced, including the tensions stemming from Scotland and France. Significant events such as the king's commitment to reforming the governance of his court, his initiatives to correct the moral decay previously associated with his early princely life, and the stirring conflicts with his enemies highlight the complexities of leadership during turbulent times. This section sets the historical foundation for the detailed accounts of Henry's military campaigns and political maneuvers that followed. (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 -- To 1485 |
| Subject | Great Britain -- History -- Henry V, 1413-1422 |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 46671 |
| Release Date | Aug 24, 2014 |
| Most Recently Updated | Aug 25, 2014 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 39 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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