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2014

Medieval

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Richard, Son Of York: The Life And Northern Career Of Richard Iii, Clara E. Howell Jan 2014

Richard, Son Of York: The Life And Northern Career Of Richard Iii, Clara E. Howell

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This study analyzes the early life and career of King Richard III of England. Richard III is arguably the most controversial monarch in English history and the recent discovery of Richard III’s burial and remains place has revitalized the debate, both in academia and in popular culture, over his reputation and character. Was he a villain or a maligned king? This study argues that an examination of Richard’s character and total contributions to English history must concentrate on his career as Lord of the North during the reign of King Edward, not on his short reign as king of England. …