
FAQ About Robert Curthose

What are the major sources of information about Robert Curthose's life?
The major sources of information about Robert Curthose's life include chronicles from the period such as 'Orderic Vitalis', 'William of Malmesbury', and accounts from the First Crusade. These monastic writers and chroniclers provide details about his military campaigns, personal rivalries, and political maneuvers, though these narratives often include biases typical of historical writings at the time.