Caxton. The description of Britain
A Modern Rendering
Based on Caxton's version of a 14th century Middle Eastern translation of the Latin Polychronicon of Ranulf Higden, which was printed in 1948 by Wynkyn de Worde under The description of England
William Caxton Book order (chronological)
William Caxton was an English merchant, diplomat, writer, and printer who introduced the printing press to England. His work revolutionized the dissemination of literature, making the written word more accessible to a broader audience. Beyond printing, Caxton was also a publisher, significantly shaping the early English literary market.
