A Guide to Medieval English Tithe Barns

By James Griswold

Book Overview

Prior to 1555, when the state church of England was Catholic, parishioners were required to tithe to support the church Since few people had any money, the title was usually paid in grain, which was stored in huge post and beam barns. 134 of the remaining ancient structures are describe in this generously illustrated guide.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0914339737
• ISBN13: 9780914339731
• Release Date: January 1999
• Publisher: Peter E Randall Pub
• Length: 93 Pages
• Weight: 0.60 lbs.
• Dimensions: 10.3" x 0.5" x 7.3"