Annals of the six Kings of England by Nicholas Trivet
Translation of the Annals of the Six Kings of England by that traces the rise and rule of the Angevin aka Plantagenet dynasty from the mid-12th to early 14th century. Written by the Dominican scholar Nicholas Trivet, the work offers a vivid account of English history from the reign of King Stephen through to the death of King Edward I, blending political narrative with moral reflection. Covering the reigns of six monarchs—from Stephen to Edward I—the chronicle explores royal authority, rebellion, war, and the shifting balance between crown, church, and nobility. Trivet provides detailed insight into defining moments such as baronial conflicts, Anglo-French rivalry, and the consolidation of royal power under Edward I, whose reign he describes with particular immediacy. The Annals combines careful year-by-year reporting with thoughtful interpretation, presenting history not merely as a sequence of events but as a moral and political lesson. Ideal for readers interested in medieval history, kingship, and the origins of the English state, this chronicle remains a valuable and accessible window into the turbulent world of the Plantagenet kings.
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Paternal Family Tree: Crispe
On 30th April 1674 [his father] Nicholas Crispe 2nd Baronet (age 31) and [his mother] Judith Adrian Lady Crispe were married. She by marriage Lady Crispe of Hammersmith in Middlesex.
Around 1680 Charles Crispe 5th Baronet was born to [his father] Nicholas Crispe 2nd Baronet (age 37) and [his mother] Judith Adrian Lady Crispe.
In November 1698 [his father] Nicholas Crispe 2nd Baronet (age 55) died. He was buried at St Mildred's Church, Bread Street. His son [his brother] John (age 22) succeeded 3rd Baronet Crispe of Hammersmith in Middlesex.
Between 8th February 1699, the date of her will, and 2nd May 1700, the date her will was proved, [his mother] Judith Adrian Lady Crispe died. She was buried with her husband at St Mildred's Church, Bread Street.
In 1715 Charles Crispe 5th Baronet (age 35) was appointed High Sheriff of Oxfordshire.
Before 2nd June 1718 Charles Crispe 5th Baronet (age 38) and Anne Crispe (age 33) were married. They were half first cousin once removed.
On 2nd June 1718 [his wife] Anne Crispe (age 33) died.
On 27th October 1721 Charles Crispe 5th Baronet (age 41) was elected MP New Woodstock at a by-election which seat he held until 1722.
On 1st June 1730 Nicholas Crispe 4th Baronet (age 12) died unmarried. His uncle Charles (age 50) succeeded 5th Baronet Crispe of Hammersmith in Middlesex.
On 9th July 1740 Charles Crispe 5th Baronet (age 60) died. Baronet Crispe of Hammersmith in Middlesex extinct. His estates were inherited by
Great x 3 Grandfather: Thomas Crispe
Great x 2 Grandfather: Ellis Crispe
Great x 3 Grandmother: Elizabeth Steward
Great x 1 Grandfather: Nicholas Crispe 1st Baronet
Great x 3 Grandfather: John Ireland of Nottinghamshire 
Great x 2 Grandmother: Hester Ireland
GrandFather: Ellis Crispe
Father: Nicholas Crispe 2nd Baronet
Great x 1 Grandfather: George Strode of Squeries, Westerham, Kent 
GrandMother: Anne Strode
Great x 4 Grandfather: Thomas Crispe
Great x 3 Grandfather: Ellis Crispe
Great x 4 Grandmother: Elizabeth Steward
Great x 2 Grandfather: Nicholas Crispe 1st Baronet
Great x 4 Grandfather: John Ireland of Nottinghamshire
Great x 3 Grandmother: Hester Ireland
Great x 1 Grandmother: Rebecca Crispe
GrandFather: John Adrian of London
Mother: Judith Adrian Lady Crispe