Accounts Of The Obedientiars Of Abingdon Abbey (1892)

""Accounts of the Obedientiars of Abingdon Abbey"" is a historical book written by Richard Edward Gent Kirk in 1892. The book is a compilation of various accounts of the obedientiars or officials who managed the finances and resources of Abingdon Abbey, a Benedictine monastery in Oxfordshire, England, during the medieval period. These accounts provide a detailed insight into the daily operations and financial management of the abbey, including the income and expenditure of various departments such as the infirmary, the guesthouse, the farms, and the mill. The book also sheds light on the social and economic conditions of the time, as well as the religious practices and customs of the monks. The author has included detailed notes and explanations to help readers understand the context and significance of the accounts. Overall, ""Accounts of the Obedientiars of Abingdon Abbey"" is a valuable resource for historians, scholars, and anyone interested in the history of medieval England and the Benedictine monastic tradition.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.