The Chronicle Of Pierre De Langtoft In French Verse, From The Earliest Period To The Death Of King Edward I

von Thomas Wright

496 Seiten, Taschenbuch

Kurzbeschreibung des Verlags

The Chronicle of Pierre de Langtoft in French Verse, from the Earliest Period to the Death of King Edward I is a historical work translated and edited by Thomas Wright. The book chronicles the early history of England, from the arrival of the Saxons to the death of King Edward I. Written in French verse by Pierre de Langtoft, a 13th-century Benedictine monk, the chronicle provides a unique perspective on the events of the time. The book covers the reigns of various kings, including William the Conqueror, Henry II, and Richard the Lionheart, and includes details about battles, political intrigue, and religious conflicts. The translation and editing by Thomas Wright provide valuable insights into the language, culture, and history of medieval England. This book is an important resource for scholars and students of medieval history, literature, and language.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.

• Themen: Biographie, Literatur und Literaturwissenschaft Lyrik, Poesie
• ISBN: 9780548303726
• Sprache: Englisch
• Erscheinungsdatum: 25.06.2007
• Größe: 229 x 152 mm
• Verlag: Kessinger Publishing, LLC