Este autor es reconocido por su profunda erudición y dedicación al estudio de los cronistas ingleses. Su trabajo implicó una meticulosa comparación de manuscritos y una extensa catalogación, reflejando un enfoque riguroso de los textos históricos. Comprometido con sus principios, rechazó importantes cargos académicos para centrarse en la edición y publicación de sus exigentes proyectos. Los lectores valoraron profundamente la profundidad de su investigación, suscribiéndose consistentemente a cada una de sus publicaciones.
A collection of letters, notes, and anecdotes from the life of the eighteenth-century antiquary and scholar Thomas Hearne. These fascinating glimpses into a bygone era offer insights into the social and intellectual life of England in the early modern period.
Thomas Hearne was an English antiquary and historian who kept a detailed diary and corresponded with a wide network of scholars and collectors. His Remarks and Collections, published posthumously, offer a rich source of information on a variety of subjects, including local history, literature, and politics.
This three volume set contains a firsthand account of England during the 16th century, as described by John Leland, an antiquarian, scholar, and royal librarian. The manuscripts were discovered and published by Thomas Hearne in the 18th century, and provide a detailed glimpse into Tudor-era England, including descriptions of places, people, and customs.
This anthology contains a variety of essays and speeches on a range of topics, from scientific discoveries to political controversies. Though the authors and specific topics are not identified, the collection gives readers a glimpse into the intellectual debates and cultural trends of the early modern era. It is a valuable resource for scholars of history and literature.
This book presents a collection of extracts from the journal of Thomas Hearne, an English diarist and antiquary. The extracts offer an intimate look at Hearne's life and times in the early 18th century, covering a range of topics from politics and religion to literature and social life. A must-read for anyone interested in English history and culture.
This fascinating biography offers a glimpse into the lives and work of three of England's greatest antiquarians, John Leland, Thomas Hearne, and Anthony à Wood. Spanning the 16th to the 18th centuries, it tells the story of these men's tireless efforts to document and preserve England's rich cultural heritage, and their influential writings on subjects ranging from folklore to architecture. Based on original papers and historical criticism, this book is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of England.
This book details the travels of John Leland as he journeyed across England in the 16th century. Leland was an antiquary, or collector of historical artifacts, and his itinerary provides a fascinating glimpse into the social and cultural context of his time. Hearne's annotations and additional material make this an invaluable source for historians and travelers alike.
This book is a collection of engravings of historic sites in Great Britain. The engravings were produced from drawings made by Thomas Hearne in the late 18th century. The sites include monasteries, castles, and churches that were still standing at the time. The book provides a glimpse into the architectural history of Great Britain.