Excerpt from Extracts From Ancient Documents Relating to the Cathedral and Precincts of Canterbury
But if the evil is spreading, the time would seem to be especially favour able for removing it. A government without any very strong prejudice against change or superstitious veneration for vested interests is in power, and might probably in consequence of the grievance which it has just inflicted upon the clergy, be the more ready to listen to their representations and redress an odious wrong; whilst the possibility of redressing it has 'been proved by the abrogation of the sale of patronage in the disestablished Church of Ireland, and the established Kirk of Scotland.
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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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