The Anglo Saxon Chronicle

The Anglo Saxon Chronicle is a historical document that covers the history of England from the 5th century to the 12th century. It is a collection of annals that were written by various authors over time, and it provides a detailed account of the political, social, and cultural events that shaped England during this period. The chronicle is written in Old English and is one of the most important sources of information on the early history of England. It covers key events such as the arrival of the Saxons, the Viking invasions, the reign of Alfred the Great, the Norman Conquest, and the reign of William the Conqueror. The chronicle also provides valuable insights into the daily life of the Anglo-Saxon people, including their customs, beliefs, and traditions. Overall, The Anglo Saxon Chronicle is a fascinating and invaluable resource for anyone interested in the history of England.The first inhabitants were the Britons, who came from Armenia, and first peopled Britain southward. Then happened it, that the Picts came south from Scythia, with long ships, not many; and, landing first in the northern part of Ireland, they told the Scots that they must dwell there. But they would not give them leave; for the Scots told them that they could not all dwell there together.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.