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Six Old English Chronicles is a collection of historical texts from the Anglo-Saxon period, translated and edited by J.A. Giles. The six texts are:

• Ethelwerd’s Chronicle,

• Asser’s Life Of Alfred,

• Geoffrey Of Monmouth’s British History,

• Gildas,

• Nennius,

• and Richard Of Cirencester.

Each chronicle provides a unique perspective on the history of England, Wales, and Scotland, from the Roman occupation to the Norman Conquest.

Ethelwerd’s Chronicle is a brief history of England from the Roman period to the reign of King Alfred the Great.

Asser’s Life Of Alfred is a biography of King Alfred, providing insight into his military campaigns, political achievements, and personal life.

Geoffrey Of Monmouth’s British History is a legendary account of British history, including the story of King Arthur.

Gildas is a sixth-century monk who wrote a scathing criticism of the British rulers of his time.

Nennius is an eighth-century Welsh monk who compiled a history of the Britons. Richard Of Cirencester is a medieval scholar who wrote a history of Roman Britain.

This collection of chronicles provides a fascinating glimpse into the history and culture of early England.