Publisher's Synopsis
William of Malmesbury's Chronicle of the Kings of England: From the Earliest Period to the Reign of King Stephen is a historical book that chronicles the history of England from its earliest period up until the reign of King Stephen. The book is written by J.A. Giles and is a translation of William of Malmesbury's original Latin text. William of Malmesbury was a 12th-century English historian who wrote extensively about the history of England. His chronicle covers the period from the arrival of the Saxons in England in the 5th century up until the death of King Stephen in 1154. It is a comprehensive account of the kings who ruled England during this time, including Alfred the Great, William the Conqueror, and Henry II. The book is divided into two parts. The first part covers the period from the arrival of the Saxons up until the Norman Conquest in 1066. The second part covers the period from the Norman Conquest up until the death of King Stephen in 1154. The book provides a detailed account of the reigns of each king, including their accomplishments, failures, and notable events during their reigns. It also includes information about the social, cultural, and political context of each era. The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of England during this period.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.
