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: Robinson Family 3
Before 10th March 1629 [his father] William Robinson and [his mother] Frances Metcalfe were married.
On 10th March 1629 Metcalfe Robinson 1st Baronet was born to [his father] William Robinson and [his mother] Frances Metcalfe.
After 1638 [his father] William Robinson and Mary Bamburgh were married.
In 1645 Metcalfe Robinson 1st Baronet (age 15) matriculated at St John's College, Oxford University.
In 1658 [his father] William Robinson died.
In 1660 Metcalfe Robinson 1st Baronet (age 30) was elected MP York.
On 30th July 1660 Metcalfe Robinson 1st Baronet (age 31) was created 1st Baronet Robinson of Newby in Yorkshire.
In 1661 Metcalfe Robinson 1st Baronet (age 31) was elected MP York which seat he held until 1679.
In 1685 Metcalfe Robinson 1st Baronet (age 55) was elected MP York which seat he held until 1689.
The Deeds of the Dukes of Normandy
The Gesta Normannorum Ducum [The Deeds of the Dukes of Normandy] is a landmark medieval chronicle tracing the rise and fall of the Norman dynasty from its early roots through the pivotal events surrounding the Norman Conquest of England. Originally penned in Latin by the monk William of Jumièges shortly before 1060 and later expanded at the behest of William the Conqueror, the work chronicles the deeds, politics, battles, and leadership of the Norman dukes, especially William’s own claim to the English throne. The narrative combines earlier historical sources with firsthand information and oral testimony to present an authoritative account of Normandy’s transformation from a Viking settlement into one of medieval Europe’s most powerful realms. William’s history emphasizes the legitimacy, military prowess, and governance of the Norman line, framing their expansion, including the conquest of England, as both divinely sanctioned and noble in purpose. Later chroniclers such as Orderic Vitalis and Robert of Torigni continued the history, extending the coverage into the 12th century, providing broader context on ducal rule and its impact. Today this classic work remains a foundational source for understanding Norman identity, medieval statesmanship, and the historical forces that reshaped England and Western Europe between 800AD and 1100AD.
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On 6th February 1689 Metcalfe Robinson 1st Baronet (age 59) died without issue. Baronet Robinson of Newby in Yorkshire extinct. He was buried at St Columba's Church, Topcliffe [Map] where he has a large monument.
Father: William Robinson 
GrandFather: Thomas Metcalfe
Mother: Frances Metcalfe