English Episcopal Acta 47: Bath and Wells 1275-1302

The English Episcopal Acta series has published the surviving documents issued by the Bishops of Bath and Wells between 1275 and 1302, providing valuable insights into medieval bishops' affairs and the history of the English Church during the Middle Ages. The latest volume includes full texts of Latin documents with English descriptions and an appendix with itineraries.

Format: Hardback
Length: 288 pages
Publication date: 09 November 2023
Publisher: Oxford University Press

The documents issued by medieval bishops hold significant importance in shedding light on their affairs and the history of the English Church during the Middle Ages. The latest volume in the English Episcopal Acta series, titled "The Documents Issued by the Bishops of Bath and Wells, 1275-1302," brings together for the first time the surviving documents issued by these bishops during this period. The two bishops in question, Robert Burnell and William March, served in King Edward I's government, which sets them apart as figures of national significance in their own time. Huscroft provides full texts of the Latin documents with English descriptions to assist users in understanding their content. The careers of the bishops and the documents themselves are thoroughly discussed in a comprehensive introduction. Additionally, an appendix includes the first full itineraries of the bishops, providing valuable insights into their travels and activities.

Weight: 572g
Dimension: 162 x 241 x 21 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780197267141