John Hardyng, Chronicle

Edited from British Library MS Lansdowne 204: Volume 1

Edited by James Simpson Edited by Sarah Peverley

Book cover: John Hardyng, Chronicle

Extent: 358 pages

Publisher: Medieval Institute Publications

Subjects: Medieval Studies

Series: TEAMS Middle English Texts Series

Language: English

Paperback (Published)

(October 2015)

ISBN: 9781580442138

8.27 x 10.24 inches

Price: $29.95

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(October 2015)

ISBN: 9781580442411

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One of a handful of texts written in the twilight years of Henry VI’s reign, John Hardyng’s first Chronicle, written in 18,782 lines of verse and seven folios of prose, offers a compelling insight into the tastes, hopes, and anxieties of a late fifteenth century gentleman who witnessed — and all too often participated in — each of the key events that defined his era. Completed in 1457, Hardyng’s initial Chronicle has previously been largly overlooked in comparison to the more condensed second version, written to promote Richard, Duke of York’s claim to the throne. Hardyng’s interest in Britain’s past is typical of the gentry’s enthusiasm for historical works, while his concern with war and duty reflects the importance of such matters to men of his rank.

Acknowledgments Introduction Manuscript Description Chronicle Dedication and Prologue Hardyng's Contents Page Book 1 Book 2 Book 3 Explanatory Notes Textual Notes Index Bibliography, Acknowledgments
Introduction
Manuscript Description
Chronicle
Dedication and Prologue
Hardyng's Contents Page
Book 1
Book 2
Book 3
Explanatory Notes
Textual Notes
Index
Bibliography

  • Edited by James Simpson
  • Edited by Sarah Peverley