THE PARISH CHEST A Study of the Records of Parochial Administration in England

This mint unread copy is bound in cloth covered boards with bright gilt titling to the spine, tight, white, bright and square. The publisher price clipped dust wrapper is lightly sunned to the spine but still in near mint condition. International postal rates are calculated on a book weighing 1 Kilo, in cases where the book weighs less then postage will be reduced accordingly. Where the book weighs more than 1 Kilo increased charges will be quoted. This is the third edition of Tate's classic account of the nature and use of parochial archives, compendious and comprehensive, it is an essential source book for genealogists and for those interested in the research of local history. Any genealogist or family historian who wants to know what records their ancestor may have left behind will discover a wealth of information and excellent examples of many parish records that are so neglected by many. A clear explanation of all the official positions in the parish hierarchy, how they were elected and their duties, gives an insight into the records they created and which you may find. Even parish registers are considered in minute detail showing how various Acts affected their appearance and content. Few if any other family history books have come anywhere near to Tate's book either in accuracy, completeness or sheer humanity. The many examples taken from a variety of parish registers and documents reveal a comprehensive knowledge as well as an impish sense of humour. Ref JJ5.…