The Visitation of Hereford Diocese in 1397
Ian Forrest, 2023
Overview
This volume presents a scholarly edition of the 1397 visitation records of the Hereford Diocese. The bishop's inquiries into the state of churches and people provide a unique window into medieval religious life. The collected answers reveal details about social customs, sexual behavior, religious beliefs, and gender dynamics during a period of significant upheaval.
Who it's for
- Researchers of medieval history and religious practices.
- Students of social history and gender studies.
- Those interested in early English and Welsh interactions.
Key features
- Scholarly edition with facing-page English translation.
- Provides unparalleled insight into medieval social and religious life.
- Details clergy discipline, language interactions, and congregational worship.
- Early source for Welsh naming practices and pre-Reformation parish information.
- Paperback binding, 318 pages.
- Published by Boydell & Brewer.
- ISBN: 9780907239871.