The Visitation of Hereford Diocese in 1397

Ian Forrest, 2023

Overview

This volume presents a scholarly edition of the 1397 visitation records of the Hereford Diocese. The bishop's inquiries into the state of churches and people provide a unique window into medieval religious life. The collected answers reveal details about social customs, sexual behavior, religious beliefs, and gender dynamics during a period of significant upheaval.

Who it's for

• Researchers of medieval history and religious practices.
• Students of social history and gender studies.
• Those interested in early English and Welsh interactions.

Key features

• Scholarly edition with facing-page English translation.
• Provides unparalleled insight into medieval social and religious life.
• Details clergy discipline, language interactions, and congregational worship.
• Early source for Welsh naming practices and pre-Reformation parish information.
• Paperback binding, 318 pages.
• Published by Boydell & Brewer.
• ISBN: 9780907239871.