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Manorial Records

Name: Manorial Records
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Book Synopsis: The first full-length modern manual to offer a structured and comprehensive guide to the use of manorial records, this book is aimed at students of local history and genealogists wishing to improve their research skills and extend their ability to handle medieval documents. It explains the nature and Latin vocabulary of manorial court rolls, rentals and extents, accounts, and custumals; gives guidance and practice in the translation of transcribed documents, with and without abbreviations; and provides more than 30 reproductions of actual manuscript documents in a variety of hands, from the mid-12th to the 18th centuries. Full answers to all exercises are given, together with a glossary of all the words normally found in manorial records. It also includes lists of declensions and conjugations and further palaeographic aids. The manor was for centuries the main unit of local government and virtually the only source of written local records. Once the local or family historian has taken his researches back beyond the mid-16th century, manorial records must be the greatest hope for information, while as late as the 18th century they can continue to provide a major source of evidence for those able to transcribe and, if necessary, translate them. In the compilation of this important and long-needed guide, the author has drawn on more than 30 years’ experience in teaching Latin for local history and of research into manorial records. It breaks new ground and fills the last great gap that remained in the record user’s armory of practical guides to the whereabouts and use of historical source material.

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Unlock the secrets of the past with our Manorial Records Book! Delve into the fascinating world of medieval documents and enhance your local history research skills with this comprehensive guide. Perfect for students and genealogists, our book offers a structured approach to understanding manorial court rolls, rentals, and extents. With over 30 reproductions of actual manuscript documents, you'll gain hands-on experience in deciphering handwritten texts from the 12th to the 18th centuries.

Don't let the complexities of Latin vocabulary hold you back. Our book not only provides clear explanations of the terminology used in manorial records but also offers practical exercises to sharpen your translation skills. Whether you're decoding transcribed documents or tackling abbreviations, our guide is your trusted companion.

When it comes to researching local or family history beyond the mid-16th century, manorial records become an invaluable resource. Our Manorial Records Book opens the door to a treasure trove of information. Imagine the thrill of discovering long-lost narratives and uncovering the real stories of the past. With full answers to all exercises and a comprehensive glossary, you'll have all the tools you need to master manorial records.

This book goes even further by including lists of declensions and conjugations, as well as additional palaeographic aids. We've left no stone unturned in equipping you with everything necessary to navigate the complexities of historical source material. By drawing on over 30 years of teaching Latin for local history and conducting research into manorial records, our experienced author has crafted a guide that breaks new ground and fills a crucial gap in the record user's arsenal.

Don't miss out on this essential resource for anyone interested in unlocking the secrets of the past. Get your copy of the Manorial Records Book today and embark on an extraordinary journey through time. Click here to order now!

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