Chapters in the Administrative History of Mediaeval England V2: The Wardrobe, the Chamber and the Small Seals (1920)

Chapters In The Administrative History Of Mediaeval England V2: The Wardrobe, The Chamber And The Small Seals (1920) is a historical book written by Frederick Thomas Tout. This book is the second volume in a series that explores the administrative history of medieval England. In this volume, Tout focuses on three important institutions of medieval England: the Wardrobe, the Chamber, and the Small Seals. The Wardrobe was an institution responsible for managing the king's personal possessions and finances. The Chamber was the royal bedchamber, where the king and his family slept and conducted private affairs. The Small Seals were used to authenticate documents and letters that required the king's approval. Tout provides a detailed analysis of these institutions, their functions, and their evolution over time. He also examines the people who worked in these institutions, including their roles and responsibilities. Additionally, Tout discusses the impact of these institutions on the broader political and social context of medieval England. Overall, Chapters In The Administrative History Of Mediaeval England V2: The Wardrobe, The Chamber And The Small Seals (1920) is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of medieval England, particularly the administrative structures that supported the monarchy.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.