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100	1		_aNennius, active 796
245	1	0	_aHistory of the Britons (Historia Brittonum)
264		1	_aSalt Lake City, UT : _bProject Gutenberg, _c2006
300			_a1 online resource : _bmultiple file formats
336			_atext _btxt _2rdacontent
337			_acomputer _bc _2rdamedia
338			_aonline resource _bcr _2rdacarrier
500			_aRelease date is 2006-02-26
508			_aProduced by Bert Olton and David Widger
520			_a"History of the Britons (Historia Brittonum)" by Nennius is a historical account written in the early medieval period, specifically during the late 8th century. The book primarily discusses the history and origins of the Britons, including their interactions with other groups such as the Saxons, Scots, and Picts. It serves as an essential source for understanding early British history and the cultural and political landscape of Britain following the Roman withdrawal. In this work, Nennius presents a mixture of myth, tradition, and historical accounts, outlining the arrival of various peoples in Britain, particularly focusing on the Britons' legendary ancestor, Brutus of Troy. The narrative includes significant figures such as King Arthur and various battles against invading forces, notably the Saxons. Nennius aims to preserve the history of his people amidst what he sees as a decline in their glorious past, attributing Britain's early governance and conflicts to divine providence while also highlighting the need for unity and piety in the face of external threats. His compilation draws from several sources, blending oral history with written records to craft a cohesive account of Britain's early narrative. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534			_nOriginal publication data not identified
653			_aGreat Britain -- History -- Roman period, 55 B.C.-449 A.D.
653			_aBritons
700	1		_aGiles, J. A. _q(John Allen), _d1808-1884
856	4	0	_uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/1972
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