Chronicles of England, Scotland and Ireland (2 of 6): England (10 of 12) Edward the Second, the Sonne of Edward the First

"Chronicles of England, Scotland and Ireland (2 of 6): England (10 of 12)" is a historical account written in the late 19th century. This work delves into the reign of King Edward II, presenting a detailed narrative of significant events and his governance during this tumultuous period in English history, characterized by political intrigue, struggles for power, and conflicts with Scotland. The opening of the text introduces us to King Edward II and the complexities of his rule, beginning with his ascension to the throne in 1307 following the death of his father, Edward I. Events unfold rapidly as Edward demonstrates favoritism toward his old companion, Piers de Gaveston, whose influence leads to significant discontent among the English nobility. The king’s leniency towards indulgent behaviors and the surrounding political turmoil sets the stage for a conflict between the crown and the powerful baronial lords, illuminated by accounts of parliamentary proceedings, rivalries, and the gradual decay of Edward’s authority as he faces escalating challenges both abroad and at home. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Raphael Holinshed was an English chronicler, who was most famous for his work on The Chronicles of England, Scotlande, and Irelande, commonly known as Holinshed's Chronicles. It was the "first complete printed history of England composed as a continuous narrative". The Holinshed Chronicles was a major influence on many Renaissance writers, such as Shakespeare, Spenser, Daniel and Marlowe.