The Fleet Registers: Comprising The History Of Fleet Marriages, And Some Account Of The Parsons And Marriage-House Keepers, With Extracts F

By John Southerden Burn

Book Overview

The Fleet Registers is a historical book written by John Southerden Burn in 1833. The book provides a comprehensive history of Fleet marriages, which were clandestine marriages performed by unlicensed ministers in the Fleet Prison in London during the 17th and 18th centuries. The author also gives an account of the parsons and marriage-house keepers who conducted these marriages, and includes extracts from the registers that were kept during this time period. The book sheds light on the social and cultural context of Fleet marriages, as well as their legal and religious implications. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of marriage and the legal system in England during this time period.To Which Are Added Notices Of The May Fair, Mint, And Savoy Chapels, And An Appendix Relating To Parochial Registration.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: 1437172792
• ISBN13: 9781437172799
• Release Date: November 2008
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 136 Pages
• Weight: 0.42 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 6.0" x 9.0"