Richard III : Makers of History

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Abbott, Jacob, 1803-1879

Language:

English

Physical Description:

1 online resource : multiple file formats

Place of Publication:

Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg,

Summary:

"Richard III" by Jacob Abbott is a historical account written in the late 19th century. The book focuses on the life and reign of King Richard III, exploring the significant familial and political dynamics of the time, particularly the conflict between the Houses of York and Lancaster. As the central figure, Richard III is depicted against the backdrop of a turbulent period marked by civil strife, ambition, and the tumultuous quest for power. The opening of the narrative introduces Lady Cecily Neville, Richard's mother, explaining her noble lineage and the family's entanglement in the protracted conflict between the rival factions of York and Lancaster. It sets the stage for understanding the legacy of ambition handed down to Richard and his brothers, while painting a vivid picture of the turmoil that enveloped the kingdom during their upbringing. The text elaborates on the chaotic environment shaped by familial grievances and battles, hinting at both the aspirations and the moral complexities that will define Richard's character and destiny as the story progresses. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Credits:

Produced by D Alexander and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive)

Notes:

Reading ease score: 65.9 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.

Release date is 2009-04-12