According to Wikipedia: "Nennius was a Welsh monk of the 9th century. He has traditionally been attributed with the authorship of the Historia Brittonum, based on the prologue affixed to that work, This attribution is widely considered a secondary (10th century) tradition. Nennius was a student of Elvodugus, commonly identified with the bishop Elfodd who convinced British ecclesiastics to accept the Continental dating for Easter, and who died in 809 according to the Annales Cambriae. Nenni...

This edition features a linked Table of ContentsCONTENTSI. THE PROLOGUE.II. THE APOLOGY OF NENNIUSIII. THE HISTORY.THE GENEALOGY OF THE KINGS OF BERNICIA.THE GENEALOGY OF THE KINGS OF KENT.THE ORIGIN OF THE KINGS OF EAST-ANGLIA.THE GENEALOGY OF THE MERCIANS.THE KINGS OF THE DEIRI.About the Author"Nennius was a Welsh monk of the 9th century. He has traditionally been attributed with the authorship of the Historia...

In "History of the Britons," Nennius weaves a rich tapestry of myth, history, and national identity, presenting a narrative of the British Isles from their legendary origins to the post-Roman period. The text is characterized by its integration of folklore and historical analysis, encapsulating the struggles and triumphs of British heroes such as Arthur. Written in the 9th century, this seminal work stands at the intersection of history and hagiography, reflecting the complexities of its t...

Delve into the rich tapestry of Britain's early history with The History of the Britons, a seminal work traditionally attributed to Nennius. Written shortly after AD 833, this critical text offers a comprehensive account of the Brythonic people, charting their journey from ancient times through a series of engaging recensions.Despite questions surrounding its authorship, the work remains a cornerstone for understanding the historical narratives of Wales and England. The book explor...

I, Nennius, disciple of St. Elbotus, have endeavoured to write some extracts which the dulness of the British nation had cast away, because teachers had no knowledge, nor gave any information in their books about this island of Britain. But I have got together all that I could find as well from the annals of the Romans as from the chronicles of the sacred fathers, Hieronymus, Eusebius, Isidorus, Prosper, and from the annals of the Scots and Saxons, and from our ancient traditions. Many tea...

History of the Britons is a compact but remarkably influential Latin compilation that gathers origin legends, genealogies, annals, saints' traditions, and political memory into a narrative of Britain from its mythical beginnings to the early medieval age. Its style is not that of classical history but of learned monastic assemblage: abrupt, allusive, credulous, and yet purposeful. In its pages appear Brutus, Vortigern, Hengist, St Germanus, and one of the earliest literary portraits of Art...

In "History of the Britons," Nennius crafts a seminal narrative that delves into the early history of Britain, intertwined with legend and lore. Written in the 9th century, this text, steeped in the oral traditions of its time, employs a chronicle style that combines historical fact with mythological elements such as the tales of King Arthur and the Twelve Battles. Nennius's work serves not only as a historical account but also as a cultural artifact that reflects the complexities of ident...

1. Nennius, the lowly minister and servant of the servants of God, by the grace of God, disciple of St. Elbotus, * to all the followers of truth sendeth health.

A Welsh monk of the ninth century, Nennius is traditionally ascribed as the author of the ‘Historia Brittonum’, a complex history of the ancient Britons, blending history with myth. It establishes the genealogies of various Welsh and British rulers, tracing their lineage back to ancient times and legendary figures such as King Arthur. The ‘Historia Brittonum’ would influence the work of Geoffrey of Monmouth and many other medieval chroniclers. Although the text’s accuracy is open t...

The "History of the Britons" (Historia Brittonum) by Nennius is a seminal work of early medieval literature that chronicles the origins and early history of the British Isles. Composed in the 9th century, this text is notable for its blend of historical narrative and myth, showcasing Nennius's engaging prose style that combines scholarly rigor with a compelling storytelling approach. Drawing on earlier sources, legend, and oral tradition, the work addresses pivotal events and figures, incl...

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A Welsh monk of the ninth century, Nennius is traditionally ascribed as the author of the ‘Historia Brittonum’, a complex history of the ancient Britons, blending history with myth. It establishes the genealogies of various Welsh and British rulers, tracing their lineage back to ancient times and legendary figures such as King Arthur. The ‘Historia Brittonum’ would influence the work of Geoffrey of Monmouth and many other medieval chroniclers. Although the text’s accuracy is open t...