Medieval land records come alive in authentic final concords from Edward II and Edward III. This edition presents the early 14th century’s land deals and feudal disputes in clear, readable form, helping readers trace how property, power, and legal process shaped Lancashire.
The book gathers final concords from 1307 to 1377, showing how estates were transferred, held, and defended in Westminster and county courts. It includes notes on the estates involved, the parties, and the outcomes, offering a vivid glimpse of daily life, law, and social structure in medieval England.
Edited by William Farrer, this volume continues a scholarly project of making original records accessible. It presents translations and transcriptions with context so readers can follow the sequence of cases and the evolution of landholding practices over time.
Ideal for researchers, students, and history enthusiasts who want to see how medieval land law operated in real cases.
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Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the intricacies of land ownership and family lineage in medieval Lancashire, England. The author meticulously examines a collection of legal documents known as Final Concords or Feet of Fines, spanning the reigns of Edward II and Edward III (1307-1377). These records, originally used to settle land disputes, provide a valuable window into the social, economic, and legal fabric of the time. Through detailed analysis of these documents, the author reconstructs the complex web of relationships among prominent Lancashire families, tracing the transfer of manors and estates through generations. The book sheds light on the dynamics of power, inheritance, and social mobility in a feudal society. Readers will encounter a cast of historical figures, including knights, gentry, and clergy, as they navigate the legal landscape of medieval England. By exploring themes of land tenure, family alliances, and legal disputes, this book offers a comprehensive understanding of the historical development of Lancashire. The author's insights into the Final Concords reveal the profound influence of these legal instruments on shaping the region's landscape and social order, leaving a lasting legacy on the lives and fortunes of its inhabitants. 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. N° de réf. du vendeur 9781333791100_0
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PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781333791100
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