The Chronicle of Richard of Devizes is a historical account of the reign of Richard the First, also known as Richard the Lionheart, who was King of England from 1189 to 1199. The book was written by Richard of Devizes, a monk who served in the royal court during Richard's reign. The chronicle covers the major events of Richard's life, including his coronation, his participation in the Third Crusade, and his capture and imprisonment by the Holy Roman Emperor. The book also provides insights into the politics and culture of medieval England, as well as the religious and military conflicts of the time. This edition of the chronicle was translated and edited by John Allen Giles in 1841, and includes extensive footnotes and annotations to help modern readers understand the historical context of the events described in the book. Overall, The Chronicle of Richard of Devizes is a valuable resource for anyone interested in medieval history or the life and times of Richard the Lionheart.Also Richard Of Cirencester�������s Description Of Britain.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.