Chronica

Gervase of Canterbury, a monk at Christ Church, Canterbury, compiled chronicles of significant historical value. His Chronica begins with the reign of King Stephen (1135–1154) and provides valuable insights into the reigns of Richard I (1189–1199) and the early years of King John's rule (from 1199). He also authored a second history, the Gesta regum, which covers British political and military events from the 1st century BCE to 1209 or 1210. While the earlier sections of both works rely on other sources, Gervase is considered an independent authority for events occurring from 1188 or 1189 onwards.1