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English chronicler

Lived
1529–1580
Country
England
Books
3

Raphael Holinshed published 3 non-fiction books, beginning with Chronicles (1577).

Updated September 2026

Where to start with Raphael Holinshed

Non-fiction in order

  1. Chronicles (1577)

    136 pagesAdapted for film

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  2. The Firste[-laste] Volume of the Chronicles of England, Scotlande, and Irelande (1577)

    1876 pages

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  3. The First and Second Volumes of Chronicles (1587)

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About Raphael Holinshed

Raphael Holinshed was an English chronicler, who was most famous for his work on The Chronicles of England, Scotlande, and Irelande. First published in 1577, a revised and extended 2nd edition was published in 1587. Commonly known as Holinshed's Chronicles, they have been called the "first complete printed history of England composed as a continuous narrative", and were a major influence on many Renaissance writers, such as Shakespeare, Spenser, Daniel and Marlowe.

Biography from Wikipedia, CC BY-SA 4.0.

Raphael Holinshed FAQ

How many books has Raphael Holinshed written?
Raphael Holinshed published 3 non-fiction books that we list, as of September 2026.
What order should I read Raphael Holinshed's books in?
Publication order is a safe choice; the full list is above. Most readers start with Chronicles.
What is Raphael Holinshed's last book?
The Firste[-laste] Volume of the Chronicles of England, Scotlande, and Irelande (1577).
What is Raphael Holinshed's most famous book?
Chronicles (1577) is Raphael Holinshed's most widely read book.
Which Raphael Holinshed books have been adapted?
1 book has been adapted for film or TV, including Chronicles (as Chimes at Midnight, film, 1965).
Can I read Raphael Holinshed's books for free?
Yes. 29 books by Raphael Holinshed are in the public domain in the US and free to read online or download here.

Sources: book lists and dates from Wikidata and Open Library, ratings from Open Library readers, free texts from Project Gutenberg. Last updated September 2026.