A detailed, primary‑source look at the English Jewry in the medieval period.
This edition compiles records from the Exchequer of the Jews, spanning 1220 to 1284, with an extensive introduction that explains the social and legal position of Jews in Angevin England. It presents charters, pleas, Starrs, and other official documents in their historical context, helping readers understand how royal policy shaped Jewish life.
- Key documents include charters of liberties, pleas from various terms and years, and notices of lands and rents tied to Jewish communities.
- The introduction surveys the status of Jews under feudal rule and the Crown, offering a concise overview of the legal framework and how it evolved.
- The volume features indices and glossaries to help readers navigate the historical records and terminology.
Ideal for students and readers of legal history, medieval England, and Jewish history, this edition provides a careful, docu mentary window into the operations and concerns of the Exchequer of the Jews.
- Primary records and their legal significance
- Historical overview of Jewish status in England
- Glossaries, indexes, and cross‑references for deep study
Ideal for readers of historical law and medieval English history.