A window into medieval England’s baronial wars and the legend of Simon de Montfort
This scholarly edition collects William de Rishanger’s chronicle and the celebrated Miracles of Simon de Montfort, drawing on manuscripts in the Cottonian Library. Edited by James Orchard Halliwell for the Camden Society, it presents critical introduction and text that illuminate a pivotal era in English history.
Fans of medieval history will find in this edition a carefully selected corpus that blends political narrative with miraculous narratives tied to Montfort’s figure. The volume situates the chronicle within the broader tradition of St. Alban’s historiography and traces its transmission through later writers, offering context for readers new to the period and seasoned scholars alike.
- Contains the Miracles of Simon de Montfort, a key contemporary or near-contemporary source for the era.
- Includes scholarly apparatus and notes that help situate the text in its manuscript tradition.
- Offers introductory material on the history and sources behind the chronicle.
- Presents the text in a readable form for study and reference, with careful editorial work.
Ideal for readers of medieval history, manuscript studies, and those exploring the Barons’ Wars and their lasting legacy.