Chartulary Of The Abbey Of Lindores 1195-1479 - John Dowden - Bog

The Chartulary of the Abbey of Lindores 1195-1479 is a historical book compiled by John Dowden. It contains a collection of documents, charters, and records related to the Abbey of Lindores, a medieval Scottish monastery founded in the 12th century. The book covers a period of nearly three centuries, from 1195 to 1479, and offers a unique insight into the life and administration of the abbey during this time.The documents in the Chartulary provide valuable information about the abbey's lands, properties, and possessions, as well as the people who lived and worked there. They also shed light on the religious practices, customs, and traditions of the abbey, and its interactions with other religious institutions and the wider community.The book is divided into several sections, each containing a different type of document. These include grants of land and privileges, leases, rentals, and accounts, as well as records of disputes, legal proceedings, and other administrative matters. The documents are presented in their original Latin or French, with English translations provided for the reader's convenience.Overall, the Chartulary of the Abbey of Lindores 1195-1479 is a valuable resource for historians, genealogists, and anyone interested in the history of medieval Scotland. It offers a fascinating glimpse into the daily life and workings of a religious institution during a time of great change and upheaval.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.