Chronica (1859)

Chronica (1859) by Joannes De Oxenedes is a historical chronicle that covers the history of England from the earliest times up to the year 1298. The book is written in Latin and is divided into two parts. The first part covers the period from the arrival of the Saxons in England to the reign of Henry II, while the second part covers the reigns of Richard I, John, and Henry III.The book is an important source for the history of medieval England, and provides a detailed account of the major events and figures of the period. It covers topics such as the Norman Conquest, the reign of King John, the Magna Carta, and the wars between England and Scotland.De Oxenedes was a 14th-century chronicler and monk who lived in the Abbey of St. Edmundsbury in Suffolk, England. He wrote Chronica as a continuation of the work of the chronicler Roger of Hoveden, and his account is based on a variety of sources, including official records, annals, and other chronicles.Overall, Chronica is a valuable historical document that provides insight into the political, social, and cultural history of medieval England. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of 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.