Anglo-Saxon Chronicles the Authentic Voices of England, from the Time of Julius Caesar to the Coronation of Henry II

Savage, Anne (collected and translated by)

ISBN 10: 0760722633 / ISBN 13: 9780760722633

Published by Barnes & Noble, 2000

About this Item

The 4 main texts have been woven into a single narrative, translated into lucid modern prose. 200+ illustrations, decorative page borders and informative commetaries on the text. DJ in mylar sleeve. ; Maps, diagrams.

Seller Inventory # 109314

Bibliographic Details

• Title: Anglo-Saxon Chronicles the Authentic Voices of England, from the Time of Julius Caesar to the Coronation of Henry II
• Publisher: Barnes & Noble
• Publication Date: 2000
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0760722633
• ISBN 13: 9780760722633
• Binding: Hardcover
• Illustrator: Illustrated by Savage, Anne
• Condition: Very Good

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Synopsis

From the Roman occupation to the coronation of Henry II, a thousand years of English history are recorded in the Anglo-Saxon chronicles. Translated into modern prose by Anne Savage, and accompanied by informative commentary, the voices of old speak from the pages of this accessible book, providing an insight into life as it really was in England during this period.Lavishly illustrated, the book features maps of the Anglo-Saxon kingdoms and Norman territories, as well as useful diagrams depicting the Royal lines of descent.