Chronicles of the Reigns of Stephen, Henry II, and Richard I. . I.

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Howlett, Richard, author.

Series:

Chronicles of the Reigns of Stephen, Henry II, and Richard I Series

Chronicles of the Reigns of Stephen, Henry II, and Richard I Series ; v.3

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Great Britain--History--Henry II, 1154-1189.

Great Britain.

Physical Description:

1 online resource (548 pages)

Edition:

1st ed.

Place of Publication:

Burlington : TannerRitchie Publishing, 2018.

Summary:

This volume, part of the Rolls Series, compiles several important historical chronicles from the twelfth century, focusing on the reigns of British monarchs Stephen, Henry II, and Richard I. Edited by Richard Howlett, the collection includes the 'Gesta Stephani Regis Anglorum,' various chronicles by Richard of Hexham and Richard of Devizes, and other works such as Aelred of Rievaulx's 'Relatio de Standardo' and Jordan Fantosme's metrical chronicle. These texts provide insights into medieval British history, covering political events, societal structures, and notable battles during a transformative era. The editor emphasizes the historical value and accuracy of these texts, derived from meticulous collation of manuscripts. Intended for scholars and historians, the compilation aims to preserve scarce and invaluable materials for understanding the Middle Ages in Britain while adhering to rigorous editorial standards. Generated by AI.

Contents:

TITLE PAGE

CONTENTS

PREFACE

CORRECTIONS

CHRONICLES OF THE REIGNS OF STEPHEN, HENRY II, AND RICHARD I

I: "Gesta Stephani Regis Anglorum"

Liber Primus

Liber Secundus

II: Chronicle of Richard, Prior of Hexham (1135-1139)

III: "Relatio de Standardo" of St. Aelred, Abbot of Rievaulx

IV: Metrical Chronicle of Jordan Fantosme

V: Chronicle of Richard of Devizes (1189-1192)

GLOSSARY

INDEX

A-B

C

D-E

F

G

H-I

J-L

M

N-O

P-R

S-T

U-W

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ISBN:

9781773012650

1773012657

OCLC:

1470855534