The Anglo-Saxon Chronicle : Illustrated & Annotated -Hardback

The Anglo-Saxon Chronicle is one of the most important sets of historical documents concerning the history of the British Isles. Without these vital accounts, we would have virtually no knowledge of some of the key events in the history of these islands during the Dark Ages, and it would be impossible to write the history of the English from the Romans to the Norman Conquest.

Key Features and Historical Significance:

• Unique Historical Accounts: The history it tells is not only that witnessed by its compilers but also that recorded by earlier annalists, whose work is in many cases preserved nowhere else.
• Nine Known Versions: At present, there are nine known versions or fragments of the original "Anglo-Saxon Chronicle" in existence. All of the extant versions vary (sometimes greatly) in content and quality.
• Uncertain Origins: Crucially, all of the surviving manuscripts are copies, so it is not known for certain where or when the first version of the Chronicle was composed.

Edition Details:

• Translation Source: The translation used for this edition is a conflation of readings from many different versions, primarily based on the translation of Rev. James Ingram from 1828.
• Footnotes for Completeness: All footnotes are those of Rev. Ingram and are included for the sake of completeness.
• Includes the Parker Manuscript: This edition also includes the complete Parker Manuscript.

Visual Enhancements:

The book is illustrated throughout with paintings and engravings, making it a visually engaging and enriching experience for readers.