Chris Given-Wilson (born 1949) is a British historian and academic, specialising in medieval history. He was Professor of History of the University of St Andrews, where he is now professor emeritus. He is the author of a number of books.
Chris Given-Wilson | |
|---|---|
| Born | 1949 (age 74–75) |
| Academic work | |
| Discipline | History |
| Sub-discipline | Medieval History |
| Institutions | |
| Notable works | Edward II: The Terrors of Kingship (2016) |
He has been described as one of the leading authorities[citation needed] on medieval English historical writing and expert on medieval writers such as William of Malmesbury and Adam of Usk.[1]
He is currently Emeritus Professor of History at the University of St. Andrews, Scotland.[2]
Many of his books, published by Boydell & Brewer, have become bestsellers.[3][failed verification]
His notable books include:[4][5]
- Henry IV
- Edward II: The Terrors of Kingship
- The Royal Bastards of Medieval England
- Chronicles: The Writing of History in Medieval England
- The English Nobility in the Late Middle Ages
- Chronicles of the Revolution, 1397-1400: The Reign of Richard II
- The Royal Household and the King's Affinity: Service, Politics, and Finance in England, 1360-1413
- The Parliament Rolls of Medieval England, 1275-1504: Rotuli Parliamentorum
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