Historia Ecclesia Abbendonensis: The History of the Church of Abingdon, Volume II

Volume II of 'The History of the Church of Abingdon', a valuable local history produced in the Middle Ages, contains information for historians working on the legal, monastic, and ecclesiastical affairs of the great English monasteries c.1071-c.1164. Volume I, to be published subsequently, contains the pre-1071 material.
"The History of the Church of Abingdon" is one of the most valuable local histories produced in the 12th century. It provides a wealth of information about, and great insight into, the legal, economic, and ecclesiastical affairs of a major monastery. Charters and narrative combine to provide an insightful resource for historians. This edition, unlike its Victorian predecessor, is based on the earliest manuscript of the text. A modern English translation is provided on facing pages, together with extensive introductory material and historical notes. This volume covers the period c.1071-c.1164. This title companion volume, number one, contains the pre-1071 material.