Extracts From Ancient Documents Relating to the Cathedral and Precincts of Canterbury (Classic Reprint) - Softcover

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9781333293154: Extracts From Ancient Documents Relating to the Cathedral and Precincts of Canterbury (Classic Reprint)

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ISBN 10: 1333293151 ISBN 13: 9781333293154

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Explore the financial records that shaped Canterbury’s medieval skyline.

This edition presents extracts from ancient accounts that illuminate how a great monastery funded building, repairs, and daily operations across centuries. Read concrete details about outlays, materials, and the people who supervised and carried projects forward.

The material covers a long span, from early treasurers’ accounts to later wartime and restoration-era notes. It highlights the pressures of ongoing construction, the roles of superintendents and clerks, and the kinds of items purchased—from bricks and lead to timber and quarry work. While the text preserves the original linguistic quirks, it stays focused on the practical side of building and maintenance within the Canterbury precincts.

Concrete examples of funding for major works, including the refectory, cloisters, and the Angel tower.
Names and titles of officials involved in supervising and financing construction.
Chronological notes on repairs, new structures, and associated expenses.
Insights into how medieval cathedrals were planned, recorded, and delivered on budget.

Ideal for readers of architectural history, medieval England, and church finance, this edition helps readers connect financial records to real buildings.

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Publisher: Forgotten Books
Publication date: 2018
Language: English
ISBN 10: 1333293151
ISBN 13: 9781333293154
Binding: Paperback
Number of pages: 31

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ISBN 10: 1333293151 ISBN 13: 9781333293154

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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book is a compilation of ancient documents, many of them fragmentary, that provide insight into the medieval history of Canterbury Cathedral and its surrounding monastic buildings. The author has painstakingly gathered and arranged these records chronologically, beginning in the 13th century and concluding in the 15th century. This allows readers to trace the development of the Cathedral and its precincts over time. The documents provide a wealth of information about the construction and maintenance of the Cathedral, including details about materials used, the names of architects, and the cost of labor. The author's meticulous research has uncovered fascinating details about the daily life of the monks who inhabited the Cathedral precinct. We learn about their financial dealings, their relationships with the local community, and the challenges they faced in maintaining such a vast and complex building. This book is an invaluable resource for anyone interested in medieval architecture, history, or religious life. It offers a unique glimpse into the rich and fascinating history of one of England's most iconic landmarks. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9781333293154_0

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