William of Malmesbury quotes

William of Malmesbury was an English monk, historian, and writer renowned for his scholarly works during the medieval period. His major chronicles provide valuable insights into English and European history. He is highly regarded for combining careful research with vivid storytelling in his historical accounts. Here are 3 of his quotes:

That fatal day for England, the sad destruction of our dear country [dulcis patrie].

William of Malmesbury

This Arthur is the hero of many wild tales among the Britons even in our own day, but assuredly deserves to be the object of reliable history rather than of false and dreaming fable.

William of Malmesbury