Matthaei Parisiensis, Monachi Sancti Albani Chronica Majora

Matthaei Parisiensis, Monachi Sancti Albani Chronica Majora, covering the years 1216 to 1239, is a pivotal historical chronicle written in Latin by Matthew Paris, a Benedictine monk of St Albans Abbey. This work is a continuation of the earlier chronicle by Roger of Wendover and provides invaluable insight into the political, social, and religious events of 13th-century England and Europe. Matthew Paris, known for his meticulous detail and critical perspective, offers a rich narrative of the reigns of King John and Henry III, the interactions between the English monarchy and the papacy, and the major figures shaping the medieval world.The chronicle is celebrated for its inclusion of original documents, maps, and illustrations, offering a unique window into the medieval mindset. This edition allows scholars and enthusiasts to engage directly with a crucial primary source, deepening their understanding of the complexities of medieval history and the role of monastic chroniclers in preserving and interpreting the past.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.