The Chronicle Of Henry Of Huntingdon: Comprising The History Of England, From The Invasion Of Julius Caesar To The Accession Of Henry II: Also, The Ac (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781432632120)

The Chronicle of Henry of Huntingdon is a historical book that provides a comprehensive account of the history of England from the time of Julius Caesar's invasion up to the accession of Henry II. The author, Henry of Huntingdon, was a 12th-century historian who wrote extensively about the events that shaped England's early history.The book is divided into two parts. The first part covers the period from the Roman invasion to the Norman Conquest of 1066. It provides a detailed account of the Anglo-Saxon period, including the reigns of famous kings such as Alfred the Great and Edward the Confessor. The second part of the book focuses on the reign of King Stephen, who ruled England from 1135 to 1154. It provides a detailed account of the political and military events of this period.The Chronicle of Henry of Huntingdon is an important historical source for scholars and students of English history. It provides a detailed and vivid account of the people, events, and politics that shaped England's early history. The book is written in a clear and accessible style, making it easy for readers to follow the narrative and understand the historical context of the events described.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.

Author: Henry Of Huntingdon
ISBN-10: 1432632124
ISBN-13: 9781432632120
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 06/01/2007
Pages: 464
Format: Paperback
Weight: 1.49lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 1.03d