""A Collection Of Old English Customs: And Curious Bequests And Charities"" is a book written by Henry Edwards and published in 1842. The book is a compilation of old English customs, traditions, and practices that were prevalent in the country during the medieval period. The author has also included various curious bequests and charities that were made by individuals in England during the same period.The book is divided into several chapters, each of which covers a particular aspect of old English customs and traditions. ...
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""A Collection Of Old English Customs: And Curious Bequests And Charities"" is a book written by Henry Edwards and published in 1842. The book is a compilation of old English customs, traditions, and practices that were prevalent in the country during the medieval period. The author has also included various curious bequests and charities that were made by individuals in England during the same period.The book is divided into several chapters, each of which covers a particular aspect of old English customs and traditions. Some of the topics covered in the book include customs related to marriage, childbirth, funerals, and religious festivals. The author has also included information about the various superstitions and beliefs that were prevalent in England during the medieval period.In addition to customs, the book also contains information about various bequests and charities that were made by individuals in England during the medieval period. These bequests and charities were often made by wealthy individuals to support the poor and needy in their communities. The author has included details about the beneficiaries of these bequests and charities, as well as the conditions attached to them.Overall, ""A Collection Of Old English Customs: And Curious Bequests And Charities"" is a fascinating read for anyone interested in the history and culture of England during the medieval period. The book provides a unique insight into the customs and traditions of the time, as well as the philanthropic activities of wealthy individuals.Extracted From The Reports Made By The Commissioners For Enquiring Into Charities In England And Wales.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.
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