The history of English affairs - William

The
History of English Affairs , covering the years 1066-1197, was written at the close of the twelfth century and
has been described as being "both in substance and in form ...
the finest historical work left to us by an Englishman of the
twelfth century" ( The Dictionary of National Biography ). The author's critical ability, gifts of acute observation, clear
judgment and tolerant impartiality justify his high reputation as
an original authority. Book Two
covers the years 1154-75, and incorporates the murder of Thomas Becket in Canterbury Cathedral,
the capture of the King of Scots at Alnwick, and the first
subjugation of Ireland by the English. It also documents the
career of Nicholas Breakspear, the only Englishman to become
Pope.