Publisher's Synopsis
"Somerset Mediaeval Libraries" by Thomas Webb Williams offers a detailed exploration of the literary and intellectual landscape of Somerset, England, during the Middle Ages. This meticulously researched work provides an invaluable record of the libraries that flourished before the dissolution of the monasteries, shedding light on the books they housed and the intellectual life they fostered.
Williams delves into the history of these libraries, offering miscellaneous notices of books and manuscripts that survived, providing insights into the reading habits and intellectual pursuits of the clergy and scholars of the time. This book is an essential resource for historians, bibliophiles, and anyone interested in the cultural heritage of Somerset and the broader history of books and libraries in medieval England. Its enduring value lies in its preservation of historical details that might otherwise have been lost to time.
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