The Historical Works of Gervase of Canterbury

Gervase of Canterbury's Historical Works offer a unique and detailed insight into the political, ecclesiastical, and social dynamics of 12th-century England. His Chronica provides a comprehensive account of the reigns of Stephen, Henry II, and Richard I, capturing significant events such as the great fire of 1174. Additionally, his Imaginaciones document the contentious dispute between Baldwin and Christ Church, shedding light on the shifting power structures within the church during this period. Edited by William Stubbs in two volumes (1879–1880), this collection combines Gervase's Latin works with marginal English notes, preserving a valuable historical record that spans over a century of English history.

Gervase of Canterbury. (2012). The Historical Works of Gervase of Canterbury (W. Stubbs, Ed.). Cambridge University Press. https://doi.org/10.1017/cbo9781139343633