Description: A fresh look at William of Malmesbury which not only demonstrates his real greatness as a historian and his European vision, but also the breadth of his learning across a number of other disciplines.
Brief description: RODNEY M. THOMSON is Emeritus Professor of Medieval History at the University of Tasmania.
Review Quotes: [A] thought-provoking collection which makes a significant contribution to our understanding not only of William of Malmesbury's life and works, but also of twelfth-century historical writing and intellectual history, as well as broader aspects of the Anglo-Norman world such as national identity and kingship.-- "HISTORY"