Publisher's Synopsis
The Chronicle of John of Worcester, 1118-1140 is a historical account of the events that took place in England between the years 1118 and 1140. The book was written by John of Worcester, a Benedictine monk who lived during that period. The author provides a detailed and comprehensive account of the political, social, and religious events of the time, including the reigns of Henry I and Stephen, the Anarchy, and the civil war that followed. The book also covers significant events such as the Battle of the Standard, the Investiture Controversy, and the Council of Rheims. The Chronicle of John of Worcester is a valuable historical document that provides insight into the medieval period in England. This edition of the book was published in 1908 and includes an introduction by John Reginald Homer Weaver, a historian and scholar of medieval England.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.
