John of Worcester – författare

John of Worcester was a twelfth century English monk and chronicler, who served at Worcester Priory until his death in c. 1140. He is believed to be the author of the 'Chronicon ex Chronicis', previously known as Florence of Worcester's Chronicle. A work of world history, it begins with the Creation and ends in the year 1140. John was a careful annalist, who made use of important sources, while drawing upon local records and traditions. Delphi's Medieval Library provides eReaders with rare and precious works of the Middle Ages. This eBook presents the complete text of 'The Chronicle of Chronicles', with illustrations, informative introductions and the usual Delphi bonus material. (Version 1)* Beautifully illustrated with images relating to John s life and text* Features the complete extant text of John s Chronicle of Chronicles * Concise introduction to the author and his work* Thomas Forester s noted translation for Bohn s Antiquarian Library, 1854* Excellent formatting of the text* Easily locate the sections you want to read with individual contents tables* Features a bonus biographyCONTENTS:The TranslationThe Chronicle of Florence of Worcester with the Two ContinuationsThe BiographyIntroduction to Chronicle of Florence of Worcester by Thomas Forester