Christopher Given-Wilson

Christopher Given-Wilson is a British medieval historian and emeritus professor at the University of St Andrews, where he served as Professor of Late Medieval History until 2011. He is recognized for his extensive research and publications on medieval English political and constitutional history. Given-Wilson's scholarly work has focused particularly on the chronicles and historical writing of medieval England, as well as the political structures and royal courts of the later medieval period. His book "Chronicles: The Writing of History in Medieval England" (2004) stands as a significant contribution to understanding how medieval chroniclers recorded and interpreted historical events. The historian has made notable contributions to the study of the English nobility and royal household through works such as "The Royal Household and the King's Affinity" (1986) and "The English Nobility in the Late Middle Ages" (1996). His research has helped shape modern understanding of power relationships and social structures in medieval England. Given-Wilson served as general editor of the Parliament Rolls of Medieval England project and has been extensively involved with the Royal Historical Society. His work continues to influence contemporary medieval scholarship through both his published research and his contributions to academic institutions.

There appears to be limited public reader commentary available about Christopher Given-Wilson's works across review platforms. His academic history books receive occasional reviews from students and medieval history enthusiasts who note his clear writing style and thorough research approaches. On Amazon, readers cite his accessible explanations of complex medieval political systems. What readers liked: - Clear organization of historical evidence - Detailed source citations - Balanced perspective on controversial historical figures What readers disliked: - Dense academic prose in some sections - High textbook pricing - Limited coverage of social history aspects Available Ratings: Goodreads: Chronicles of the Revolution 1397-1400: 4.0/5 (5 ratings) The Royal Household and the King's Affinity: 4.0/5 (2 ratings) Amazon: Chronicles of the Revolution 1397-1400: 5/5 (1 review) An Illustrated History of Late Medieval England: No ratings Note: Review data is sparse due to the academic/scholarly nature of his works.

Chronicles: The Writing of History in Medieval England A scholarly analysis of medieval English chronicle writing, examining the methods and motivations of chroniclers from the 11th to 15th centuries.

The Royal Household and the King's Affinity: Service, Politics and Finance in England 1360-1413 An examination of the structure, personnel, and political significance of the royal household during the reigns of Edward III, Richard II, and Henry IV.

The English Nobility in the Late Middle Ages A study of the composition, wealth, and political role of England's noble families from the 14th to 15th centuries.

Henry IV A biographical account of King Henry IV of England's life, reign, and political challenges from 1399 to 1413.

The Parliament Rolls of Medieval England, 1275-1504 (Co-edited) A complete scholarly edition of medieval English parliamentary records with translations from the original Latin and Anglo-Norman French.

Chronicles of the Revolution 1397-1400: The Reign of Richard II A collection of translated contemporary chronicles concerning the deposition of Richard II and the accession of Henry IV.

Edward II: The Unconventional King A biographical study of King Edward II's reign, personality, and ultimate downfall in 14th century England.