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Title: A literal translation of the Saxon chronicle
Original Publication: London: John and Arthur Arch, 1819.
Note: Reading ease score: 64.9 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Credits: Carla Foust, Charlene Taylor and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https: //www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.)
Summary: "A Literal Translation of the Saxon Chronicle" by Anna Gurney is a historical account written in the early 19th century. This translation seeks to present the Saxon Chronicle, an ancient record chronicling the history and events of Britain from the Roman occupation through early English kingdoms. The text covers a range of significant historical figures and events, providing insights into the origins of various British nations, Roman conquests, and the establishment of early Christian practices. The opening of this work introduces the reader to the geographical layout of Britain and the early inhabitants, including the Britons, Saxons, and Picts. It discusses the arrival of Romans under Julius Caesar and subsequent battles, setting the stage for the rise of new kingdoms in a landscape shaped by conflict and cultural exchanges. Through a series of annals, the translation begins to detail pivotal moments in British history, such as the birth of Christ and the establishment of Christian bishoprics, demonstrating the intertwining of faith and governance in shaping the identity of early England. This comprehensive historical narrative aims to preserve the chronicle's significance while making it accessible to contemporary readers. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Translator: Gurney, Anna, 1795-1857
EBook No.: 75186
Published: Jan 23, 2025
Downloads: 1373
Language: English
Subject: Great Britain -- History -- Anglo-Saxon period, 449-1066 -- Sources
LoCC: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Great Britain, Ireland, Central Europe
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
Title: A literal translation of the Saxon chronicle
Original Publication: London: John and Arthur Arch, 1819.
Note: Reading ease score: 64.9 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Credits: Carla Foust, Charlene Taylor and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https: //www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.)
Summary: "A Literal Translation of the Saxon Chronicle" by Anna Gurney is a historical account written in the early 19th century. This translation seeks to present the Saxon Chronicle, an ancient record chronicling the history and events of Britain from the Roman occupation through early English kingdoms. The text covers a range of significant historical figures and events, providing insights into the origins of various British nations, Roman conquests, and the establishment of early Christian practices. The opening of this work introduces the reader to the geographical layout of Britain and the early inhabitants, including the Britons, Saxons, and Picts. It discusses the arrival of Romans under Julius Caesar and subsequent battles, setting the stage for the rise of new kingdoms in a landscape shaped by conflict and cultural exchanges. Through a series of annals, the translation begins to detail pivotal moments in British history, such as the birth of Christ and the establishment of Christian bishoprics, demonstrating the intertwining of faith and governance in shaping the identity of early England. This comprehensive historical narrative aims to preserve the chronicle's significance while making it accessible to contemporary readers. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Translator: Gurney, Anna, 1795-1857
EBook No.: 75186
Published: Jan 23, 2025
Downloads: 1373
Language: English
Subject: Great Britain -- History -- Anglo-Saxon period, 449-1066 -- Sources
LoCC: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Great Britain, Ireland, Central Europe
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.