Publisher's Synopsis
Vergil's ""Three Books of Polydore Vergil's English History"" is a comprehensive account of the reigns of Henry VI, Edward IV, and Richard III. The book is written by Polydore Vergil, an Italian historian who lived in England during the 16th century. The author draws on a variety of sources, including official records, chronicles, and personal accounts, to provide a detailed and engaging narrative of these three pivotal periods in English history.The book begins with the reign of Henry VI, covering the Wars of the Roses, the rise of the House of York, and the eventual overthrow of the Lancastrian dynasty. Vergil provides a vivid account of the battles, political intrigues, and personal rivalries that shaped this tumultuous period in English history.The second part of the book focuses on the reign of Edward IV, who came to power after defeating the Lancastrians at the Battle of Towton. Vergil describes Edward's successful efforts to consolidate his power, his military campaigns in Scotland and France, and his eventual downfall due to personal conflicts and political betrayals.The final section of the book covers the reign of Richard III, who seized the throne after the death of his brother Edward IV. Vergil explores the controversies surrounding Richard's reign, including his alleged involvement in the murder of his nephews, the Princes in the Tower. The author also examines Richard's attempts to consolidate his power, his military campaigns against Scotland, and his eventual defeat at the Battle of Bosworth.Overall, ""Three Books of Polydore Vergil's English History"" is a fascinating and informative account of a critical period in English history. The book provides a wealth of information on the political, social, and military events of the time, and is an essential resource for anyone interested in this period of English history.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.
