Chronicle of Abbot Ralph of Coggeshall
The Chronicle of Abbot Ralph of Coggeshall (Chronicon Anglicanum) is an indispensable medieval history that brings to life centuries of English and European affairs through the eyes of a learned Cistercian monk. Ralph of Coggeshall, abbot of the Abbey of Coggeshall in Essex in the early 13th century, continued and expanded his community’s chronicle, documenting events from the Norman Conquest of 1066 into the tumultuous reign of King Henry III. Blending eyewitness testimony, careful compilation, and the monastic commitment to record-keeping, this chronicle offers a rare narrative of political intrigue, royal power struggles, and social upheaval in England and beyond. Ralph’s work captures the reigns of pivotal figures such as Richard I and King John, providing invaluable insights into their characters, decisions, and the forces that shaped medieval rule. More than a simple annal, Chronicon Anglicanum conveys the texture of medieval life and governance, making it a rich source for scholars and readers fascinated by English history, monastic authorship, and the shaping of the medieval world.
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Bishop of Bristol is in Bishop. See Bristol Cathedral [Map].
On 18th November 1554 Bishop John Holyman (age 59) was consecrated Bishop of Bristol.
On 13th November 1589 Bishop Richard Fletcher (age 44) was elected Bishop of Bristol.
On 14th December 1589 Bishop Richard Fletcher (age 44) was consecrated Bishop of Bristol.
In 1623 Bishop Robert Wright (age 63) was appointed Bishop of Bristol.
On 10th February 1633 Bishop George Coke (age 62) was consecrated Bishop of Bristol.
On 12th August 1684 Bishop John Lake (age 60) was translated to Bishop of Bristol.
In 1685 Bishop Jonathan Trelawny 3rd Baronet (age 34) was appointed Bishop of Bristol.
Before 1734 Bishop Charles Cecil (age 38) was appointed Bishop of Bristol.
On 19th October 1738 Bishop Joseph Butler (age 46) was elected Bishop of Bristol.
Annals of the six Kings of England by Nicholas Trivet
Translation of the Annals of the Six Kings of England by that traces the rise and rule of the Angevin aka Plantagenet dynasty from the mid-12th to early 14th century. Written by the Dominican scholar Nicholas Trivet, the work offers a vivid account of English history from the reign of King Stephen through to the death of King Edward I, blending political narrative with moral reflection. Covering the reigns of six monarchs—from Stephen to Edward I—the chronicle explores royal authority, rebellion, war, and the shifting balance between crown, church, and nobility. Trivet provides detailed insight into defining moments such as baronial conflicts, Anglo-French rivalry, and the consolidation of royal power under Edward I, whose reign he describes with particular immediacy. The Annals combines careful year-by-year reporting with thoughtful interpretation, presenting history not merely as a sequence of events but as a moral and political lesson. Ideal for readers interested in medieval history, kingship, and the origins of the English state, this chronicle remains a valuable and accessible window into the turbulent world of the Plantagenet kings.
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On 3rd December 1738 Bishop Joseph Butler (age 46) was consecrated Bishop of Bristol at Lambeth Palace [Map].
In 1782 Bishop Lewis Bagot (age 41) was appointed Bishop of Bristol.
In 1783 Bishop Christopher Wilson (age 69) was appointed Bishop of Bristol which position he held until his death in 1792.
On 3rd June 1793 Bishop Spencer Madan (age 64) was consecrated Bishop of Bristol.
On 11th May 1794 Bishop Reginald Courtenay (age 52) was consecrated as Bishop of Bristol.
In 1803 Bishop George Pelham (age 36) was consecrated Bishop of Bristol.
In 1820 Bishop John Kaye (age 36) was appointed Bishop of Bristol.
In 1834 Bishop Joseph Allen (age 64) was appointed Bishop of Bristol.