The original manuscript of the Chronicle was created late in the 9th century, probably in Wessex, during the reign of Alfred the Great (r. 871–899). ... These manuscripts collectively are known as the Anglo-Saxon Chronicle. The Chronicle is biased in places.

What did King Alfred write?

Alfred administered Wessex well and was a studious lawgiver. He promulgated an important code of laws after studying the principles of lawgiving from previous Anglo-Saxon law codes and from the Book of Exodus.

Who wrote the Peterborough Chronicle?

Clark, Cecily (1958). Peterborough Chronicle, 1070–1154. Oxford University Press. ISBN 978-0-19-811136-8 .