A Calendar of the Contents of the Red Book of the Irish Exchequer
Language: English
Published by Forgotten Books, 2018
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Print on Demand. This book unveils the contents of an ancient manuscript, known as the Red Book of the Irish Exchequer, a chronicle of significant historical events and legal records revealing a vibrant chapter in Irish history. The author has meticulously examined this precious document, shedding light on its invaluable insights into the political, economic, and legal landscape of medieval Ireland. Spanning from the thirteenth to the seventeenth centuries, the Red Book encapsulates the evolution of Irish governance, from the arrival of the Anglo-Normans to the Tudor era. It unveils the intricacies of the Exchequer, the central financial institution of medieval Ireland, and the legal framework that shaped the lives of its people. The Red Book's captivating entries range from official writs and oaths of office to vivid accounts of battles, rebellions, and everyday life in medieval Ireland. The author delves into the historical context, providing an understanding of the motivations and consequences shaping events recorded within the Red Book. This book is a testament to the enduring legacy and profound historical significance of the Red Book. Its pages offer an immersive journey into the heart of medieval Ireland, providing invaluable insights into the intricacies of governance, law, and the tapestry of life during a pivotal era. 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.…
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- Title
- A Calendar of the Contents of the Red Book of the Irish Exchequer
- Author
- James Frederick Ferguson
- Publisher
- Forgotten Books
- Publication year
- 2018
- Condition
- New
- Book Type
- print-on-demand item
- Binding
- Paperback
- Language
- English
- ISBN 10
- 1332870295
- ISBN 13
- 9781332870295
- Seller catalogs
- Medieval UK and Ireland History
Explore the medieval Irish Exchequer through a rich assembly of calendars, memoranda, and rare pages.
This edition presents a curated selection from Ferguson’s study, revealing how ancient records were kept, read, and valued by officials in Dublin and beyond. Readers will encounter firsthand notes, Latin verses, statutes, and careful descriptions of a historic court’s daily life, including contemplative sketches and transcriptions that illuminate how the Exchequer operated.
The volume gathers memoranda, oaths, and entries that chart the workings of English money, the administration of law, and the rhythm of medieval governance in Ireland. It includes analysis of music, prayers, and ceremonial customs connected to statutory and financial record-keeping, along with facsimiles and notes that explain the objects and scripts found in the Red Book of the Irish Exchequer.
- Facsimiles and descriptions of key pages, including a detailed Court of Exchequer illustration.
- Transcriptions and discussion of Latin and Norman French entries, oaths, and statutes.
- Context on ceremonial practices, such as chants and prayers linked to tax and legal proceedings.
- Historical notes tracing the transmission and republication of these records.
Ideal for readers of legal history, manuscript studies, and anyone curious about how medieval revenue and governance were recorded and preserved.
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