Holinshed's Chronicles

About “Holinshed's Chronicles”

Holinshed's Chronicles, also known as Holinshed's Chronicles of England, Scotland, and Ireland, is a collaborative historical work published in two editions. The first edition appeared in 1577, followed by a second edition in 1587. The work was divided into three volumes and provided a detailed account of the history of the British Isles. It was a significant compilation that gathered information on the regions of England, Scotland, and Ireland, offering a broad overview of their histories. The project was led by Raphael Holinshed, with contributions from other writers. It served as a reference for historical events and was used by later authors, including William Shakespeare. (Summary adapted from Wikipedia, CC BY-SA 4.0.)