History of the Franks - Softcover

Gregory Bishop Of Tours

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0393098451 ISBN 13: 9780393098457

Publisher: W. W. Norton & Company, 1969

Synopsis

Written following the collapse of Rome's secular control over western Europe, the History of Gregory (c. AD 539 594) is a fascinating exploration of the events that shaped sixth-century France. This volume contains all ten books from the work, the last seven of which provide an in-depth description of Gregory's own era, in which he played an important role as Bishop of Tours. With skill and eloquence, Gregory brings the age vividly to life, as he relates the exploits of missionaries, martyrs, kings and queens including the quarrelling sons of Lothar I, and the ruthless Queen Fredegund, third wife of Chilperic. Portraying an age of staggering cruelty and rapid change, this is a powerful depiction of the turbulent progression of faith at a time of political and social chaos.

About this title

About the Author:

Gregory of Tours (538-94), French historian, bishop of Tours (from 573), was born in Clermont-Ferrand. He had a distinguished and successful career as bishop. Gregory wrote accounts of miracles of the saints, an astronomical work to determine movable feasts, and a commentary on the Psalms. His masterpiece, Historia Francorum [history of the Franks], in 10 books, is a universal history; its account of contemporary events is of great importance.

Language Notes:

Text: English, Latin (translation)

About this edition

• Publisher: W. W. Norton & Company
• Publication date: 1969
• ISBN 10: 0393098451
• ISBN 13: 9780393098457
• Binding: Paperback
• Edition number: 1
• Number of pages: 284