Cambridge University Press Cambridge Historia Anglorum - History of the English (Rolls)

Explore a foundational piece of English history with Historia Anglorum from the Cambridge Library Collection. Written by Henry of Huntingdon between 1088 and 1157, this comprehensive Latin chronicle provides a detailed narrative of the English people from A.C. 55 to A.D. 1154. Originally commissioned by the bishop of Lincoln, the work covers the era of the earliest English kings through to the accession of Henry II. This specific edition captures the evolution of Henry's magnum opus. While the work was initially completed around 1130, the author continued to expand his writing for many years. This version includes his later additions, concluding with the death of King Stephen and the rise of Henry II in 1154. Readers will find a unique blend of historical record and engaging storytelling, including famous anecdotes like King Cnut attempting to command the tide. This text is an essential resource for students and historians interested in the early medieval period and the development of the English nation.