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The Royal Legacy

Pasquale De Marco

Publisher: Publishdrive

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The Plantagenets, a powerful and influential dynasty, ruled England for over three centuries, leaving an indelible mark on the nation's history. From the reign of Henry II in the 12th century to the Wars of the Roses in the 15th century, the Plantagenets shaped the political, social, and cultural landscape of England.

This book tells the story of the Plantagenets, a family of warriors, statesmen, and scholars who expanded the boundaries of their kingdom, fought epic battles, and enacted groundbreaking laws. It is a story of ambition, power, and conflict, but it is also a story of courage, resilience, and innovation.

We will encounter some of England's most iconic monarchs, including Henry II, the ruthless and brilliant king who forged the Angevin Empire; Richard the Lionheart, the legendary crusader king; and King John, the weak and unpopular monarch who signed the Magna Carta.

We will also meet Edward I, the greatest of the Plantagenet kings, who conquered Wales and Scotland and established the English Parliament; Edward II, the weak and ineffectual king who was deposed by his own wife; and Edward III, the warrior king who led England to victory in the Hundred Years' War.

The Plantagenets were a dynasty of remarkable individuals who left a lasting legacy on England. Their story is one that continues to fascinate and inspire us today.

**In this book, you will discover:**

* The origins of the Plantagenet dynasty and the rise of Henry II
* The Angevin Empire and its impact on English history
* The reigns of Richard the Lionheart and King John
* The struggle for power during the minority of Henry III
* The reign of Edward I and the conquest of Wales and Scotland
* The deposition of Edward II and the rise of Mortimer
* The reign of Edward III and the Hundred Years' War
* The Peasants' Revolt and the reign of Richard II
* The usurpation of Henry IV and the Lancastrian dynasty
* The Wars of the Roses and the end of the Plantagenet dynasty

**The Royal Legacy** is a comprehensive and engaging account of the Plantagenet dynasty, a story that is both epic and intimate, tragic and triumphant. It is a story that will appeal to anyone interested in English history, medieval history, or the stories of powerful families.


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Available since: 06/02/2025.
Print length: 157 pages.

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