The Archdeaconry of Richmond in the Eighteenth Century: Bishop Gastrell's 'Notitia' - The Yorkshire Parishes 1714-1725

Francis Gastrell (1662-1725) served as Bishop of Chester from 1714 until his death. During this time, he compiled historical notes on his diocese from a range of medieval and contemporary sources. His survey contains detailed information on parishes, including their sizes, populations and economies. The notes also provide invaluable data on administrative matters such as the development of the towns within the diocese, notably including records of...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1108061931
• ISBN13: 9781108061933
• Release Date: April 2013
• Publisher: Cambridge University Press
• Length: 218 Pages
• Weight: 0.62 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 5.5" x 8.5"