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Explore the measured history of Westminster Abbey through its writers.
This compact history surveys how Westminster Abbey has been told over the centuries. It centers on the monks who first wrote about the church, from the Conqueror’s era onward, and explains how later authors used earlier materials to shape the bookish record. The account highlights the challenges of medieval historiography, including reliance on traditions, copies, and imperfect sources. Readers will see how the abbey’s fortunes—its role in coronations and its place as a resting place for royalty—echo in the writings about it.
- Learn who wrote the Abbey’s early histories and why their works matter
- See how later writers drew from earlier texts and how that shaped the narrative
- Understand the strengths and limits of medieval chronicling
- Discover the connection between Westminster Abbey’s history and its royal ceremonies
Ideal for readers of English medieval history, church history, and anyone curious about how a great religious site is documented over time.
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Forgotten Books is a publisher of historical writings, such as: Philosophy, Classics, Science, Religion, History, Folklore and Mythology.
Forgotten Books' Classic Reprint Series utilizes the latest technology to regenerate facsimiles of historically important writings. Careful attention has been made to accurately preserve the original format of each page whilst digitally enhancing the aged text. Read books online for free at www.forgottenbooks.org
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Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book offers a thorough history of Westminster Abbey from its foundation to the time of King Edgar. The author explores the Abbey's origins, its role in the coronation of English kings and queens, and its significance as a royal burial ground. The book also examines the Abbey's relationship with the papacy and its status as a sanctuary for those seeking refuge. Through a meticulous examination of charters, chronicles, and other sources, the author brings to life the people and events that have shaped the history of this iconic landmark. This book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of Westminster Abbey, the English monarchy, or medieval England. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. N° de réf. du vendeur 9781333004651_0
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