Publisher's Synopsis
The Chronicle of Jocelin of Brakelond is a historical account written by Jocelin de Brakelond in the 12th century. The book is a first-hand account of the life and times of the monks of Bury St. Edmunds Abbey in Suffolk, England, during the reign of King Henry II. Jocelin was a monk at the abbey and his chronicle provides a detailed insight into the daily life, politics, and religious practices of the monastery. The book covers a period of over 30 years, from the appointment of Abbot Samson in 1182 to the death of Jocelin in 1214. The chronicle is an important historical document as it provides a unique perspective on medieval monastic life and the social and political context of the time. The 1907 edition of the book is a translation from the original Latin by L.C. Jane and includes an introduction and notes by the translator.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.
