Registrum Malmesburiense

Discover the rich history of the Malmesbury Abbey with "Registrum Malmesburiense," edited by J. S. Brewer and published by Cambridge University Press in 2012. This remarkable compilation, spanning 582 pages, meticulously documents the abbey's significant charters from its foundation in the seventh century through to 1485. Originally re-established in the tenth century with royal patronage, Malmesbury Abbey evolved into a wealthy and influential institution in Wessex. Each charter included in this register, compiled around 1300, serves as an essential source for understanding the ecclesiastical and social landscape of the time. This paperback edition is an invaluable resource for historians and enthusiasts alike, providing insight into the development of Great Britain's monastic history. Dive into the vibrant past of Wessex and explore how this influential abbey shaped the region's historical narrative.