
This vivid portrait of England’s thirteenth‑century turmoil brings the life of Richard III into sharp focus. Beginning with the fierce rivalry between the York and Lancaster houses, the narrative traces the generations of conflict that scarred the kingdom, setting the stage for the young prince’s world. Through detailed scenes of battle, court intrigue, and the personal hardships endured by his noble‑minded mother, the book reveals how a legacy of ambition and bloodshed shaped the future king’s character.
As the story unfolds, listeners discover the complex web of lineage, loyalty, and betrayal that propelled Richard from a peripheral noble to a central figure in the struggle for the throne. The author’s careful blend of historical fact and evocative storytelling makes the early chapters a compelling entry point into the era’s political chessboard, inviting you to explore the forces that forged one of history’s most controversial monarchs.
Full title
Richard III Makers of History
Language
en
Duration
~5 hours (328K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
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)
Release date
2009-04-12
Rights
Public domain in the USA.

1803–1879
A 19th-century American writer and educator, he became famous for lively, morally grounded books written especially for young readers. His stories and histories helped shape early children's literature in the United States.
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