Scotichronicon

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The Scotichronicon is a significant historical work authored by Walter Bower between 1441 and 1447. It is recognized as the first comprehensive history of Scotland, building upon and extending the earlier writings of John of Fordun. Bower, who was also the abbot of Inchcolm, incorporated information from other chronicles, such as that of Andrew of Wyntoun, into his narrative. The Scotichronicon provides a connected account of Scottish history and is considered a foundational text for understanding the country's past.1

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John Of Fordun
…the prologues to Walter Bower’s Scotichronicon. He may have been a chantry priest in Aberdeen cathedral.
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…the prologues to Walter Bower’s Scotichronicon. He may have been a chantry priest in Aberdeen cathedral.
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Walter Bower
…was the author of the Scotichronicon, the first connected history of Scotland, which expands and continues the work of John of Fordun.
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…was the author of the Scotichronicon, the first connected history of Scotland, which expands and continues the work of John of Fordun.
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