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William of Malmesbury

an English historian; born about 1095. He was librarian of the monastery at Malmesbury. He wrote: "History of the English Kings," and its continuation "Modern History," the two being the source from which all subsequent histories of England have drawn; "History of the Prelates of England"; "Lives" of St. Patrick, St. Dunstan, St.

Wulfstan; several books of miracles; etc. He died in Malmesbury, about 1142. an WILLIAM OF NEWBURGH, English chronicler, one of the chief authorities for the reign of Henry II.; born in Bridlington, Yorkshire; lived from 1135 to 1200. His "History of Affairs in England" is divided into five_books, extending from 1066 to 1198. It is clear, sound, and unprejudiced, the characters drawn with discrimination, and the narrative is especially valuable as an authority on the struggle between Becket and the king.