The History Of The Kings Of England, And Of His Own Times (1854)

The History Of The Kings Of England, And Of His Own Times is a historical book written by William of Malmesbury in 1854. The book provides a detailed account of the history of the kings of England from the Anglo-Saxon period up until the Norman Conquest. William of Malmesbury was a monk and historian who lived during the 12th century and was considered one of the most important chroniclers of his time.In this book, William of Malmesbury provides a comprehensive and detailed account of the reigns of the different kings of England, including their achievements, failures, and the events that shaped their rule. He also provides his own commentary on the events and personalities of his time, which gives readers a unique insight into the political and social climate of medieval England.The book is divided into two parts, with the first part covering the period from the arrival of the Saxons in England up until the reign of William the Conqueror. The second part covers the reigns of William the Conqueror and his successors up until the reign of Henry I.Overall, The History Of The Kings Of England, And Of His Own Times is an important historical text that provides a valuable insight into the history of England during the medieval period. It is a must-read for anyone interested in English history, and is widely regarded as one of the most important historical works of its time.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.