The History of the Church of Abingdon is one of the most valuable local histories produced in the twelfth century. It provides a wealth of information about, and great insight into, the legal, economic, and ecclesiastical affairs of a major monastery. Charters and narrative combine to provide a vital resource for historians. The present edition, unlike its Victorian predecessor, is based on the earliest manuscript of the text. A modern English translation is provided on facing pages, together with extensive introductory material and historical notes. This volume covers the period c.1071-c.1164. Volume I, to be published later, will contain the pre-1071 material.
ISBN: | 9780198207429 |
Publication date: | 31st October 2002 |
Author: | John , Reader in Mediaeval History, University of St Andrews Hudson |
Publisher: | Clarendon Press an imprint of Oxford University Press |
Format: | Hardback |
Pagination: | 534 pages |
Series: | Oxford Medieval Texts |
Genres: |
European history: medieval period, middle ages Social and cultural history Christianity Religious communities and monasticism Literary essays |