Publisher's Synopsis
Robert of Gloucester's Chronicle is a historical text written by Thomas Hearne in 1724. The book is a compilation of various historical accounts and documents that chronicle the history of England from the Roman invasion up to the reign of King Edward III. The text is primarily based on the chronicle of Robert of Gloucester, a medieval writer who chronicled the history of England in verse. The book is divided into several sections, each covering a different period of English history. The first section covers the Roman invasion and the early Anglo-Saxon period, while the later sections cover the Norman Conquest, the reigns of various kings, and important events such as the Crusades and the Black Death. Throughout the text, Hearne provides detailed commentary and analysis of the historical events and figures described in the chronicle. He also includes additional historical documents and accounts to supplement the narrative. Overall, Robert of Gloucester's Chronicle is an important historical text that provides valuable insight into the early history of England. It is a must-read for anyone interested in English history or medieval literature.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
