Publisher's Synopsis
The Coucher Book of Furness Abbey, Part 1 is a historical document compiled by John Christopher Atkinson in 1886. The book contains a transcription of the coucher book of Furness Abbey, which is a collection of legal and administrative documents from the 12th to the 16th century. The coucher book includes charters, grants, leases, and other legal documents that provide insight into the daily operations of the abbey and its relationship with the local community. Atkinson's transcription includes detailed annotations and commentary that help to contextualize the documents and provide historical background. The book is a valuable resource for historians and scholars interested in medieval English history, monasticism, and legal history.Printed From The Original Preserved In The Record Office, London.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
