The Muniments of Westminster Abbey constitute the archives of the iconic church that has been at the heart of public life in England since the middle ages. As well as coronations, royal events and the burials of the great and famous, the archive comprises the records of one of England's most important medieval monasteries and one of the wealthiest cathedral-style collegiate churches refounded in the Reformation period. The long, continuous history of Westminster Abbey has led to an exceptionally undisturbed archive, stretching from the tenth century to the present day and incorporating estate papers, accounts, court rolls, wills, personal papers, maps and plans as well as many surprises. This book is the first full published overview of this major archive, comprising a history of record-keeping, an analysis of the main subjects covered, and summaries of the principal series.
Dr Richard Mortimer was until his retirement Keeper of the Muniments, Westminster Abbey.
Details
First Published: 20 Sep 2012
13 Digit ISBN: 9781843837435
Pages: 138
Size: 23.4 x 15.6
Binding: Hardback
Imprint: Boydell Press
Series:
Westminster Abbey Record SeriesSubject:
Medieval HistoryBIC Class: HBLC1
Details updated on 13 Jun 2013
Contents
- 1 Preface and Acknowledgements
- 2 Abbreviations and Bibliography
- 3 History of the Archive
- 4 The Main Types of Record
- 5 The Numbered Series
- 6 The Modern Series
- 7 Visual and Sound Records: Maps, Plans, Prints, Drawings, Photographs and Recordings
