The History Of The Britons (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781169200197)

The History of the Britons is a book written by Nennius, a Welsh monk, in the 9th century. It is a historical account of Britain from the time of its creation to the 9th century, and it is one of the earliest surviving historical texts about Britain. The book is divided into several sections, each of which covers a different period of British history. It begins with the creation of the world and the arrival of the first humans in Britain, and goes on to describe the various tribes and kingdoms that inhabited the island throughout history. Nennius also includes stories of legendary figures such as King Arthur, and provides a detailed account of the Anglo-Saxon invasion of Britain in the 5th and 6th centuries. He also discusses the influence of Christianity on the country, and the role played by various saints and missionaries in spreading the faith. Throughout the book, Nennius draws on a range of sources, including earlier historical texts, oral traditions, and his own personal knowledge. The History of the Britons is a valuable resource for scholars of British history, and it provides a fascinating insight into the early development of the country.Then it was, that the magnanimous Arthur, with all the kings and military force of Britain, fought against the Saxons. And though there were many more noble than himself, yet he was twelve times chosen their commander, and was as often conqueror.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.

Author: Nennius
ISBN-10: 1169200192
ISBN-13: 9781169200197
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 46
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 0.67lbs
Size: 10.00h x 7.00w x 0.25d