The Peterborough Version of the Anglo-Saxon Chronicle: Rewriting Post-Conquest History
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Hardback. An examination of the linguistic and cultural construction of one of the texts of the Anglo-Saxon Chronicle. Series: Anglo-Saxon Studies. Num Pages: 196 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: 1DBKE; 3F; HBJD1; HBLC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 243 x 164 x 24. Weight in Grams: 516.
An examination of the linguistic and cultural construction of one of the texts of the Anglo-Saxon Chronicle. In the twelfth century, a version of the Anglo-Saxon Chronicle was rewritten at Peterborough Abbey, welding local history into an established framework of national events. This text has usually been regarded as an exception, a vernacular Chronicle written in a period dominated by Latin histories. This study, however, breaks new ground by considering the Peterborough Chronicle as much more than just an example of the accidental longevity of the Chronicle tradition. Close analysis reveals unique interpretations of events, and a very strong ... Read more
An examination of the linguistic and cultural construction of one of the texts of the Anglo-Saxon Chronicle. In the twelfth century, a version of the Anglo-Saxon Chronicle was rewritten at Peterborough Abbey, welding local history into an established framework of national events. This text has usually been regarded as an exception, a vernacular Chronicle written in a period dominated by Latin histories. This study, however, breaks new ground by considering the Peterborough Chronicle as much more than just an example of the accidental longevity of the Chronicle tradition. Close analysis reveals unique interpretations of events, and a very strong ... Read more
Product Details
Publisher
Boydell & Brewer Ltd
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2015
Condition
New
Weight
532g
Number of Pages
196
Place of Publication
Woodbridge, United Kingdom
ISBN
9781783270019
SKU
V9781783270019
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99-50
Reviews for The Peterborough Version of the Anglo-Saxon Chronicle: Rewriting Post-Conquest History
An important contribution that will be valued by all who wish to understand England's history over a centuries-long period.
HISTORY
Home's work places the Peterborough Chronicle 'at the forefront of the development of hybrid historiographical forms,' and helps highlight the importance of that hybrid stage in the development of medieval English historiography (171).
COMITATUS
A refreshing ... Read more
HISTORY
Home's work places the Peterborough Chronicle 'at the forefront of the development of hybrid historiographical forms,' and helps highlight the importance of that hybrid stage in the development of medieval English historiography (171).
COMITATUS
A refreshing ... Read more