The Paston Letters, A.D. 1422-1509. Volume 6 (of 6), Part 2 (Index) by Gairdner

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Editor Gairdner, James, 1828-1912
Title The Paston Letters, A.D. 1422-1509. Volume 6 (of 6), Part 2 (Index)
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Summary "The Paston Letters, A.D. 1422-1509. Volume 6 (of 6), Part 2 (Index)" by Gairdner is a historical collection written in the late 19th century. The book compiles a comprehensive index of letters that chronicle the lives and affairs of the Paston family, who were prominent landowners during the tumultuous periods of the 15th century in England. These letters provide insight into the social, political, and familial dynamics of the time, offering valuable perspectives into day-to-day life in Medieval England. The opening portion serves as an introduction to the index of letters contained within the volume. It details the organization of the letters by volume and entry numbers, as well as the individuals involved in the correspondence. Readers are informed about the structure of the text and cautioned about potential misspellings in the cross-references, emphasizing the careful curation for accessibility. This initial segment highlights the importance of the Paston Letters as crucial historical documents that reveal personal narratives interwoven with the broader sociopolitical landscape of 15th-century England. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class DA: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Great Britain, Ireland, Central Europe
Subject England -- Social life and customs -- 1066-1485 -- Sources
Subject English letters
Subject Paston family -- Correspondence
Subject Social history -- Medieval, 500-1500 -- Sources
Subject Letter writing -- History -- To 1500 -- Sources
Subject Great Britain -- History -- Lancaster and York, 1399-1485 -- Sources
Subject Great Britain -- History -- Henry VII, 1485-1509 -- Sources
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EBook-No. 42494
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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