Bøger af Roger of Wendover

This Is A New Release Of The Original 1849 Edition. Comprising The History Of England From The Descent Of The Saxons To A. D. 1235, Formerly Ascribed To Matthew Paris.

Roger of Wendover's Flowers of History Volume 1 is a comprehensive historical account of England from the arrival of the Saxons to the year 1235. This work was originally attributed to Matthew Paris, but it was later discovered that Roger of Wendover was the true author. The book covers various events that took place in England during this period, including the Norman Conquest, the reign of Henry II, and the signing of the Magna Carta. The text is written in a clear and concise style, making it accessible to readers of all levels. It is a valuable resource for historians, scholars, and anyone interested in the history of England. The book is part of a larger series and is an essential addition to any collection of historical works.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.

Roger of Wendover (d.1236), former prior of Belvoir, was a chronicler at St Albans and a key influence on his historiographical successor, Matthew Paris. Originally published between 1886 and 1889, this three-volume Latin chronicle covers English history from 1154 to 1235.