William of Malmesbury's Chronicle of the Kings of England, from the Earliest Period to the Reign of King Stephen Quotes

“our long-haired gallants, who, forgetting what they were born, transform themselves into the fashion of females, by the length of their locks.”
― William of Malmesbury, Chronicle of the Kings of England: From the Earliest Period to the Reign of King Stephen

“Wonderful was the judgment of God on this sacrilegious wretch, that he should meet with such an ignominious end, not from the king, to whom he was inimical, but from the very persons he appeared to favour. The authors of his death ought worthily to be extolled, for having freed the country from such a pest, and justly despatched an intestine enemy.”
― William of Malmesbury, Chronicle of the Kings of England: From the Earliest Period to the Reign of King Stephen

“Of necessity, he must fear many, whom many fear.” For, through dread of his enemies, he used to drain the country of money, with which he might retard or repel their attacks; very often, as it happens in human affairs, where strength failed, purchasing the forbearance of his enemies with gold. This disgraceful calamity is still prevalent, and every day increases; so that both towns and churches are subjected to contributions: nor is this done with firm-kept faith on the part of the imposers, but whoever offers more, carries the prize; all former agreements being disregarded.”
― William of Malmesbury, Chronicle of the Kings of England: From the Earliest Period to the Reign of King Stephen