Item Info

Script: Gothic bookhand
Language: Latin
Folio Number: f. 26r
Source: Rare Book Department
Notes: Beginning of the William of Malmesbury's Deeds of the English Kings
Notes: William of Malmesbury (d. 1143?) lived during the first half of the twelfth century and served as a monk at Malmesbury Abbey. He is most famous for his historical works, especially for his Deeds of the English Kings, written in about 1120 and included in the manuscript shown here. This book was meant to serve as a continuation to Bede's eighth-century historical work on the History of the English People.
Sirsi Catalog Key: 1586227
Country: Country:England

Creation Year (Single Year or Range Begin): 1210
Image Dimensions Width: 264 mm
ShelfMark: Lewis E 247
Creator Name: William of Malmesbury - Author