William of Newburgh was a twelfth century historian and Augustinian canon of Anglo-Saxon descent. He wrote one of the most valuable historical works on eleventh and twelfth century England, covering the period from the Norman Conquest of 1066 to 1198. The text is especially notable for its analysis of cause and effect in the anarchic reign of King Stephen (1135-54). Regarded by some as the father of historical criticism, William is notable for being sincere, critical and not politically motivated. His 'Historia rerum Anglicarum' is composed in an engaging style, containing fascinating stories and glimpses of twelfth century life in medieval England. Delphi's Medieval Library provides eReaders with rare and precious works of the Middle Ages, with noted English translations and the original texts. This eBook presents William's complete works, with illustrations, informative introductions and the usual Delphi bonus material. (Version 1)

* Beautifully illustrated with images relating to William's life and works * Features William's 'History of English Affairs', in both English translation and the original Latin (Books 1 and 2) * Concise introduction to the author and his work * Joseph Stevenson's 1861 translation * Excellent formatting of the texts * Easily locate the sections you want to read with individual contents tables * Features a bonus biography - discover William's medieval world * Ordering of texts into chronological order and literary genres

CONTENTS:

The Translation The History of English Affairs (1198)

The Latin Text Historia rerum Anglicarum (Books I and II)

The Biography William of Newburgh (1900) by Kate Norgate