This book presents an edition and translation of the Dublin annals written by Prior John de Pembridge and a Dominican continuator, covering Irish affairs from 1162 to 1370. The first part, authored by Pembridge, ends in 1348, while the continuation by another author lasts until September 1370. These historical records, composed in medieval Latin, capture significant events and cultural nuances of the time, including the trial of Alice Kyteler. Historians specializing in medieval Ireland, particularly for the years 1315 to 1346, will find this translation valuable for both political and social insights.
The Dublin annals, authored by Prior John de Pembridge and continued by another Dominican, serve as a vital historical text illuminating Irish affairs from 1162 to 1370.
This work showcases the origins of Irish annals and provides insight into 14th-century Ireland, particularly the political and social climate from 1315 to 1346.
The meticulous translation by Bernadette Williams emphasizes the significance of these annals in understanding the context of medieval events and cultural narratives.
The annals reveal that even selective historical narratives can uncover insights regarding the biases and interests of their authors, offering a deeper understanding of medieval Ireland.
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