Publisher's Synopsis
""Chronicles of the Reigns of Stephen, Henry II, and Richard I V3"" is a historical book written by Richard Howlett in 1886. It is the third volume of a series that covers the reigns of the English monarchs Stephen, Henry II, and Richard I. The book provides a detailed account of the political and social events that occurred during these reigns. It includes primary sources such as chronicles, letters, and charters to give readers an accurate portrayal of the time period. The book covers topics such as the Anarchy, the rise of Henry II, the Becket controversy, and the Third Crusade. It also includes biographical information on key figures such as Stephen, Matilda, Henry II, Eleanor of Aquitaine, and Richard the Lionheart. This book is a valuable resource for historians and anyone interested in medieval English history.""Volume Three Contains The Gesta Stephani Regis Anglorum; The Chronicle Of Richard, Prior Of Hexham; The Relatio De Standardo Of St. Aelred, Abbot Of Rievaulx; The Metrical Chronicle Of Jordan Fantosme; The Chronicle Of Richard Of Devizes.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.