An English Chronicle Of The Reigns Of Richard II, Henry IV, Henry V, And Henry VI, Written Before The Year 1471 (1856)

''An English Chronicle Of The Reigns Of Richard II, Henry IV, Henry V, And Henry VI, Written Before The Year 1471'' is a historical book authored by John Silvester Davies and published in 1856. The book is a detailed account of the reigns of four English monarchs, namely Richard II, Henry IV, Henry V, and Henry VI. The book covers a period of over a century, from 1377 to 1471, and provides a comprehensive overview of the political, social, and cultural events that took place during this time. The author draws on a variety of primary sources, including official records, letters, and contemporary accounts, to present a vivid and engaging narrative of this fascinating period in English history.The book is divided into four parts, each covering the reign of one of the four monarchs. The first part covers the reign of Richard II, who ruled from 1377 to 1399. The second part covers the reign of Henry IV, who ruled from 1399 to 1413. The third part covers the reign of Henry V, who ruled from 1413 to 1422. The final part covers the reign of Henry VI, who ruled from 1422 to 1461 and again from 1470 to 1471.Throughout the book, the author provides detailed descriptions of the major events of each reign, including wars, rebellions, and political upheavals. He also explores the social and cultural changes that occurred during this period, including the rise of the middle class, the growth of the English language, and the development of new forms of art and literature.Overall, ''An English Chronicle Of The Reigns Of Richard II, Henry IV, Henry V, And Henry VI, Written Before The Year 1471'' is an important historical work that provides a valuable insight into one of the most fascinating periods in English history. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of England and the development of Western civilization.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world’s literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.