The Illustrated Chronicles of Matthew Paris: Observations of Thirteenth-Century Life

This is not a story book or some modern re-interpretation of history to suit someone's modern agenda. It is a very readable, well translated work with some colorful illustrations focusing on a 4 year portion of the major Chronicles written by the 13th century English monk Matthew Paris. It may look like light reading or a coffee table book, but it is for students and lovers of Medieval History who already possess a basic knowledge of the events Paris chronicles - the rebellion of Simon de Montfort, the crusade of Louis IX, the 4 sisters from Provence who became Queens (France, England, Queen of the Romans [Germany], and Sicily), etc. It is not for beginners, but a delight for the erudite !