Paulus Orosius Libri

Exploring the early 16th-century voyages, this work by Richard Hakluyt chronicles the discovery of Muscovy, highlighting the adventurous spirit of exploration and trade. It details the interactions between English merchants and the Russian territories, emphasizing the cultural exchanges and economic opportunities that arose. Hakluyt's narrative captures the challenges faced by explorers and the significance of their findings, providing a rich historical perspective on the era's maritime endeavors.

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This work is a translation of the ancient historian Paulus Orosius's writings by King Alfred the Great himself. This edition includes an English translation of the Anglo-Saxon text, translated by the honorable D. Barrington. A fascinating glimpse into the way history has been passed down through the ages.

This biography of King Alfred the Great highlights his contributions to Anglo-Saxon literature, law, and education, as well as his military leadership against the Vikings. The appended Anglo-Saxon version of Orosius provides insight into Alfred's interest in history and translation work. A must-read for those interested in medieval English history and literature.

In this volume, Richard Hakluyt presents a fascinating collection of writings on Muscovy, drawn from a variety of sources including the accounts of Norse explorers, letters from ambassadors, and descriptions by contemporary writers. Together they provide a vivid picture of this enigmatic land, its people, and its customs, at a crucial moment in European history.

This antiquarian book offers a facsimile reprint of a historically significant text, preserving its original content despite potential imperfections like marks and flawed pages. It reflects a commitment to cultural preservation and accessibility, ensuring that important literary works remain available in high-quality modern editions.

The narrative explores the life of Alfred the Great, who became King of the West Saxons in 871 and played a pivotal role in defending England against Viking invasions. As the youngest son of King Æthelwulf, Alfred's reign marked significant military and cultural achievements, establishing him as a key figure in Anglo-Saxon history. His leadership not only fortified Wessex but also laid the groundwork for a unified England. The book delves into his legacy, highlighting his contributions to governance, education, and the Christian faith.

Orosius († kolem roku 420) byl pozdně antický spisovatel a historik, původem z Bracary v Lusitanii (dn. Braga v Portugalsku). Roku 414 přišel na útěku před Vandaly do afrického město Hippo Regia, v době svého pobytu u Jeronýma v Palestině se zapojil i do teologického sporu o učení pelagiánů. Dějiny proti pohanům v sedmi knihách (Historiae adversus paganos VII) jsou Orosiovým hlavním a nejdůležitějším dílem. Napsal je z podnětu církevního Otce Aurelia Augustina na podporu jeho historicko-eschatologické teze o vítězství Boží obce (civitas Dei) nad obcí pozemskou (civitas terrena). V dějinách, jež časově zabírají dobu od stvoření Adama až do roku 417, se Orosius snaží dokázat, že od příchodu Kristova na zem se situace lidstva zlepšila. Čerpal z Písma, Eusebiovy kroniky, Livia, Justina či Eutropia. V popisu událostí posledních desetiletí však již postupuje samostatně a tyto pasáže jsou z historického hlediska nejcennější. Orosiova kronika je sice napsána zaujatě a povrchně s rétoricky nadnesenou dikcí, představuje nicméně významný doklad ve vývoji křesťanské univerzalistické historiografie. V pozdější době z ní čerpal např. proslulý polyhistor Isidor ze Sevilly a těšila se velké čtenářskému ohlasu po celý středověk. První český překlad a edici Orosiova díla připravuje Bohumila Mouchová, která se pozdně antickou historiografií dlouhodobě zabývá, spolu s Bořivojem Markem.