Chronicles (1 of 6): The Historie of England (8 of 8) by Raphael Holinshed
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| Author | Holinshed, Raphael, -1580? |
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| Title |
Chronicles (1 of 6): The Historie of England (8 of 8) The Eight Booke of the Historie of England |
| Note | Reading ease score: 60.4 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
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| Summary | "Chronicles (1 of 6): The Historie of England (8 of 8)" by Raphael Holinshed is a historical account written in the late 16th century. It chronicles the complex political and social dynamics of England during the reign of King Edward the Confessor and the events leading to the Norman Conquest. The focus is primarily on key figures such as Edward, his mother Queen Emma, and Earl Goodwine, exploring themes of ambition, betrayal, and the struggle for power. The opening of the work introduces the tumultuous backdrop surrounding the ascension of Edward to the throne after the death of King Hardiknought. As Edward is crowned king, the ambitions of those in his court, particularly Earl Goodwine, come to the forefront. The narrative details intrigue around Edward’s ascent, his relationships with his mother, and the political machinations that led to the expulsion of the Danes from England, culminating in a web of alliances and enmities that shape the future of the kingdom. The intricate power plays and the foundation of future conflicts are established within these initial chapters, setting the stage for the broader historical events to unfold. (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 -- Edward, the Confessor, 1042-1066 |
| Subject | Harold, King of England, 1022?-1066 |
| Subject | Hastings, Battle of, England, 1066 |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 16669 |
| Release Date | Sep 7, 2005 |
| Most Recently Updated | Dec 3, 2022 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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