Henry Knighton was the
canon of St Mary's Abbey, Leicester.
His chronicles start in the 10th century and end in 1395. Knighton
was very interested in economic history, and his chronicles provide
detailed information on prices, wages and taxation. He was extremely
hostile to the Lollards and those involved in the Peasants' Revolt.
Knighton died in 1396.
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