The Somerset Religious Houses (1892)

By William Arthur Jobson Archbold

Book Overview

The Somerset Religious Houses is a historical book written by William Arthur Jobson Archbold in 1892. The book is a comprehensive study of the religious houses that existed in Somerset, England during the medieval period. It provides a detailed account of the various monasteries, abbeys, priories, and other religious institutions that were established in Somerset, their founders, their history, and their influence on the local community. The book also explores the reasons behind the dissolution of these religious houses during the reign of Henry VIII and the subsequent fate of their buildings and lands. The Somerset Religious Houses is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of Somerset, the medieval period, and the religious institutions that played a significant role in shaping the region's cultural and social landscape.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: 1165612224
• ISBN13: 9781165612222
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 420 Pages
• Weight: 1.23 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 6.0" x 9.0"