English Monastic Finances In The Later Middle Ages

By R H Snape

Book Overview

English Monastic Finances in the Later Middle Ages is a scholarly book written by R. H. Snape. The book is a comprehensive study of the financial management of English monasteries during the later Middle Ages. It provides a detailed analysis of the sources of income and expenditure of monasteries, including their estates, rents, and other revenues. The book also examines the role of the monastic officials who managed the finances of the monasteries, including the cellarer, bursar, and sacrist. Additionally, it explores the impact of the Black Death and other crises on the financial stability of the monasteries. The book is based on extensive research of primary sources, including account rolls, charters, and other documents. It is a valuable resource for scholars and students of medieval history, as well as anyone interested in the history of English monasticism and the economic history of the Middle Ages.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 143258863X
• ISBN13: 9781432588632
• Release Date: March 2007
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 204 Pages
• Weight: 0.67 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 6.0" x 9.0"