Polychronicon Ranulphi Higden Monachi Cestrensis is a significant medieval chronicle, here presented in Latin. This volume contains Book Five, chapters 13-33. Authored by Ranulf Higden, a Benedictine monk of St. Werburgh's Abbey, Chester, the Polychronicon is a universal history that begins with the creation of the world and extends to Higden's own time (the 14th century). This edition includes contributions and annotations by John Trevisa, William Caxton, and John Malverne, enhancing its historical and linguistic value.

The Polychronicon provides invaluable insights into medieval perceptions of history, geography, and theology. As a primary source, it offers a window into the intellectual landscape of medieval England and Europe. Its enduring appeal lies in its comprehensive scope and the light it sheds on the historical consciousness of the period.

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