There are two posts in
The Copy Book credited to
William of Malmesbury.
(In the case of some authors, the list may include translations
and paraphrases.)
1
Short Shrift
ByWilliam of Malmesbury
Kenneth II, tenth-century King of Scots, once cracked a joke about Edgar,
King of England, being on the short side. He very soon wished he hadn’t.
2
Apparel Oft Proclaims the Man
ByWilliam of Malmesbury
An austere Bishop of Winchester scolded St Edith for her comely nun’s habit, but the young woman’s eyes saw further than his.
