Edward Plantagenet Essays

“Henry did not face a genuine threat to his position as King from 1485-99.” Explain why you agree or disagree with this view. [25 marks] I find I partly disagree with the statement. Although it’s true that Henry VII was able to overcome all of the major threats to his reign during this period of time, and some of these threats were not as major as others - that does not necessarily mean any of the events were not dangerous enough to jeopardise Henry’s position as King. Notably, Perkin Warbeck’s

The Wars of the Roses (1455-1485) was a series of civil wars in England during the reigns of Henry VI, Edward IV, and Richard III. The thirty years of war are said to be more destructive to England than the Hundred Years War had been in the earlier century. The Wars of the Roses marked the struggle for the English throne between the families descended from Edward III and the families descended from Henry IV. King Richard II died without an heir; he had been overthrown and murdered by Henry IV. Henry

Cathy Shen ENG 2D7 Ms. Munro March 27, 2017 A Curse’s Compensation in Richard III In Act 1 Scene 2, lines 1-32 from William Shakespeare’s Richard III, Lady Anne is devastated by the loss of her husband, Prince Edward and her father in law, King Henry. After she asks the halberds to set down the coffin, she laments the deaths of her family members. Her emotions then transition from sorrow to rage. Feeling a deep hatred for the murderer, she casts a curse on him. In return for bringing her the misfortune

Does King Henry V successfully separate his public role from his private life? William Shakespeare’s Classic play ‘Henry V’ follows a young foolish King Henry V that is overlooked and belittled by many who disapprove of his worthiness, as the play evolves we see him grow as both a king and a man. I intend to look at how successfully King Henry V manages to separate his public and private life through three key scenes. The first time we really see King Henry become a king, is when he discovers three

I chose to create the coat of arms of Richard III, Duke of Gloucester, and King of England for my creative midterm. As complex as Shakespeare’s characterization of Richard is, I think it is important to remember that Richard III was a real historical figure, and thus much more complex than Shakespeare could portray him as in only five acts. Although Shakespeare’s histories maintained important stories among the English people, it would difficult to classify them as accurate histories today. Instead

The first half of Richard II seems to demonstrate the beginning of a paradigm shift in royal power, where Richard’s mere presence as King can no longer hide his absence of effective leadership. While Richard has no problem carrying out the ceremonial duties of the king—formally settling disputes, speaking eloquently as a king “ought” to—he is nothing really more than a figurehead. In the first scene of The Hollow Crown, Richard’s status as King is made painfully obvious; he is draped in silky, gold

guilds and smiths of that town. Some of the most popular characters were Herald, Ponti Pillos, and more importantly Julius Caesar. “I do not like the Tower, of any place. Did Julius Caesar build that place, my lord?” (Richard III, III.i. 68-69). Here Edward is referencing that fact that everyone knows what was the ultimate fate of Julius Caesar. He does not wish to end up like him and he knows to distrust of Richard and his motives. When it comes to the morality aspect throughout most of the play Richard

king’s reburial. It could be curiosity, but, on the other hand, it seems that there are many people who actually look up to the king as well. As we could read in an article from the Guardian, people came to pay their respect to the King, and to the Plantagenet lineage,

I believe that Richard II is a tragic. King Richard is first described as a powerful character. He commands the respect of a true king and orchestrates the realm with full command. I think that he was a smart man for his own good. The King is unfortunately resolute in his position, and it is at the moment he commits his tragic flaw. That flaw is the taking of Duke of Lancaster's possessions to feed his own war, thus underscoring Lancaster's death (and life) as well as his rightful heir (Harry Bolingbroke)

The Hundred Years’ War was an attempt by the English king, Edward III to claim the throne of France through his mother, Isabella of France. King Edward III had five sons and the eldest son was supposed to become king, the third son was made the Duke of Lancaster, and the fourth son was made the Duke of York. By the time King Edward III died, the English throne went to his grandson because King Edward’s eldest son had died before him. This new

King Richard II is a tragic figure. Richard II’s noble descent made him in line for becoming the king. In Shakespeare’s historical saga, King Richard II becomes a powerful king, then denounces his kingship, and finally killed by Sir Pierce of Exton, a supporter of King Bolingbroke (Pilkington, 1993). These actions make King Richard II a tragic figure by definition of a person moving from prosperity to disaster (Pritchett, 2009). King Richard II was providing good leadership until his uncle, John

The Concept of Gardens in William Shakespeare’s The Tragedy of King Richard II and England’s Fall from Grace. William Shakespeare’s The Tragedy of King Richard II, tells of the turmoil that England is going through because of the incompetence of King Richard II. John of Gaunt explains in his Act 2, Scene 3 speech that England has fallen from grace. The tragic fall of England is told by Gaunt’s comparison of England to the Garden of Eden, the Queen comparing Richard II to Adam, and the vivid picture

Social status in the medieval times was a way to represent someone's dignity. It introduced certain people into society where either you were part of the high class or low class. In Chaucer's lifetime, many people were seen "different" because it was all based upon social status. High ranked people were never seen with lower ranked people because there was a huge wall that separated both social statuses. There were two places, the cheap side and the royal side, that determined the lives of a low

When The King of England, Edward the Confessor died in 1066, William claimed that Edward had promised him the crown. However, there were other men who also claimed, too. The people of England wanted Harold to be king, who was the most powerful noble, and crowned him King Harold II on January 6, 1066, the day after King Edward died. William was crowned king on December 25, 1066. He became so angry with the revolts in Northern

The Reality of Kingship In the Henriad Both historical and modern royal lives are envied by the common man. People observe the endless services, elegant clothing, and extravagant property provided to royalty and wish they, too, could have royal blood. The most envied royal position is the King who has the most power and seemingly convenient life. What seems like a dream to the observer is a nightmare to the participant. As portrayed in the Shakespeare’s tetralogy being a king is a sacrificial commitment

Born into minor castilian nobility in 1049, Rodrigo Diaz De Vivar was raised in the court of King Ferdinand and served sons, Sancho च of Leon and Castile. Upon the ascension of Sancho in 1065, Diaz became Commander and Royal Standard Bearer of Castile. With many years of loyalty and military strategy he led the castilian military campaigns against sanchos brothers, various kingdoms and leaders. He was renowned for his skills and the expansion of castilian territory, at the expensive of muslims

In the play “King Richard II” Gaunt gives a speech describing England. In the speech, Gaunt refers to England as another Garden of Eden. He describes England as one of the most beautiful places. Gaunt spoke of how peaceful and elegant everything was. Just like the bible describes the Garden of Eden. Gaunt describes England as a paradise built by nature for himself. He stated the is was without infection and the hand of war. Gaunt called England a precious stone that sat in the silver sea. To him

The Garden View within The Tragedy of Richard II Written by William Shakespeare Throughout this play, King Richard II is known to have a delicate and impractical behavior that will eventually lead to his downfall within his kingship role (Bevington, D., 2014). In Act I, we find that the King is mediating the trial between his cousin Henry Bolingbroke and Thomas Mowbray for theft and murder. Although it was King Richard II that gave the order for the assassination of his uncle Duke of Gloucester

The Tragedy of King Richard the Second portrays a struggle over England within the royal family of Edward that is growing increasingly violent. Within this power struggle, King Richard murders the Duke of Gloucester, banishes Bolingbroke, and seizes Gaunt’s lands and fortune upon his death. Moreover, while once feared among the nations England has turned its focus from the outward enemies of state and instead is tearing itself apart internally. Consequently, John Gaunt’s deathbed speech depicts

Richard II is infatuated with his almighty power. Richard believes he is divinely chosen to be king and feels as if he has the power to rule people and act how he pleases. His power- hungry nature leads to his ultimate demise. This theme of power is seen throughout the play. His abuse of power beginnings with him banishing Bolingbroke and then seizing John of Gaunt's property, which deprives Henry Bolingbroke of the right to gain the land. This seizing of the land leads Richard to losing his crown