Report on the Manuscripts of the Earl of Verulam, Preserved at Gorhambury : Historical Manuscripts Commission.

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Grimston Verulam, James Walter, author.

Hardy, William John, author.

Series:

Report on the Manuscripts of the Earl of Verulam Series

Report on the Manuscripts of the Earl of Verulam Series ; v.1

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

History--Sources.

History.

Physical Description:

1 online resource (324 pages)

Edition:

1st ed.

Place of Publication:

Burlington : TannerRitchie Publishing, 2016.

Summary:

This publication by the Historical Manuscripts Commission examines the manuscripts of the Earl of Verulam, preserved at Gorhambury. It provides a detailed historical account of the Gorhambury estate, its architectural evolution, and its association with prominent figures such as Sir Nicholas Bacon and his son, Sir Francis Bacon. The work includes descriptions of documents, letters, and records spanning centuries, shedding light on political, social, and personal histories related to the Grimston family, who inherited the estate. Additionally, it explores topics like the dissolution of monasteries, architectural changes, and historical events such as Edward Grimston's embassy in 1449 and Sir Edward Grimston's confinement in France. This comprehensive report offers valuable insights into the preservation of historical records and the socio-political context of the time, appealing to historians, archivists, and those interested in English heritage. Generated by AI.

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ISBN:

9781554939879

1554939879

OCLC:

1470860866