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415. The Murder of Richard II (Part 3)

February 05, 2024

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“For within the hollow crown that rounds the hollow temple of a king...” Richard II, son of the dashing Black Prince and grandson of Edward III, became King of England at only ten years old. By...
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Books Referenced

Richard II (biography)

Author: Nigel Saul

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Context:

Referenced as 'the definitive biography of Richard II' when discussing whether Richard ceased to rule for a period of two or three days during the Lords Appellant crisis. The host quotes Saul's analysis of this historical moment.

Chivalry

Author: Maurice Keen

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Context:

Referenced when discussing the Wilton Diptych painting. The speaker mentions attending a lecture by Maurice Keen (spelled 'Keane' in transcript) and describes his 'great book on chivalry.' Maurice Keen was a renowned medieval historian.