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was largely a continuation of Roger's annals up to 1235 with the occasional addition of phrases and anecdotes for dramatic effect. However, Matthew went beyond what was customary by his very extensive inclusion of sources and evidences. Although it had long been usual to include the texts of
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Matthew's status as an historian has long been the subject of academic debate. While many maintain that
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is also renowned for its author's unprecedented use of archival and documentary material. These sources, amounting to over 200 items, include charters dating back to the eighth century, the rights of St Albans, a dossier relating to the canonisation of
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the Jews to his coverage of the Mongol invasion, Matthew wrote from a position of self-interest. He tended to distort history and his source material in order to preserve the integrity of his abbey and kingdom. What has been agreed upon is that the
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humanity in retribution for their sins. In essence
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and even a documented list of precious gems and artefacts in possession of St Albans. This exhaustive list of material required its own appendix which later became a separate volume, the
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of 1258–1267. In addition to
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and months kalends, and briefly describes the actions of kings and princes which occurred at those times; he also commemorates events, portents and wonders."
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community of St Albans and long-celebrated historian. The work begins with
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