Publisher's Synopsis
The Cambridge Gild Records is a historical book written by Mary Bateson and published in 1903. The book is a comprehensive record of the gilds that existed in the town of Cambridge during the medieval period. The author has meticulously compiled and translated various documents and records related to these gilds, providing a detailed insight into their organization, membership, activities, and influence on the town's social and economic life. The book is divided into several sections, each focusing on a specific gild or group of gilds, such as the Mercers, the Tailors, the Weavers, and the Bakers. The author also provides a historical background of the town of Cambridge and its importance as a center of trade and commerce during the medieval period. The book is a valuable resource for historians, researchers, and anyone interested in the social and economic history of Cambridge and medieval England.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.
