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The Diary and General Expenditure Book of William Cunningham of Craigends is a historical document that provides insight into the life and finances of a Scottish landowner during the late 17th century. The book, kept by William Cunningham himself, covers a period of seven years from 1673 to 1680 and contains detailed records of his daily activities, expenses, and income.Cunningham was a member of the Scottish gentry and owned a large estate in Renfrewshire, Scotland. His diary entries provide a glimpse into the daily life of a wealthy landowner during this period, including his social activities, religious observances, and political opinions. The book also contains detailed accounts of his household expenses, including food, clothing, and other necessities.In addition to the diary entries, the book includes a section devoted to Cunningham's general expenditure. This section provides a detailed record of all the money he spent during the seven-year period, including payments to servants, rents, taxes, and other expenses.Overall, The Diary and General Expenditure Book of William Cunningham of Craigends is a valuable historical document that offers a unique perspective on life in Scotland during the late 17th century. It provides important insights into the social, economic, and political conditions of the time, and is a valuable resource for historians and anyone interested in the history of Scotland.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.
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