The Annales Monasterii de Wintonia chronicles events in medieval England from 519 to 1277, including detailed narratives of famous incidents such as the murder of Alfred and the trial of queen Emma. Despite not being a leading chronicle, this work is an important resource for historical study, particularly for scholars focusing on the 12th and 13th centuries. The inclusion of both a 19th-century Latin edition and its English translation enhances accessibility. Translator Christopher Smith aims to provide genealogical and historical insights through his project, Twenty Trees.
The Annales Monasterii de Wintonia provides intricate details about key events in medieval England, including the murder of Alfred and the trial of queen Emma, making it a critical resource for historians.
Christopher Smith's translation of the Annals brings to life pivotal moments of the Middle Ages, detailing events that shaped English history, alongside the usual accounts found in major chronicles.
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