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The Elizabethan Parish in its Ecclesiastical and Financial Aspects, penned by Sedley Lynch Ware, delves into the intricate workings of the English parish during the Elizabethan era. In this exhaustive study, Ware examines the dual nature of the parish, considering both its religious and financial aspects, to offer a comprehensive understanding of its functioning within the larger societal framework.

Thoroughly researched and eloquently written, Ware presents a comprehensive analysis of the parish system, shedding light on its establishment, organization, and prominent stakeholders. By investigating the religious aspect, the author uncovers the critical role played by the parish church in the spiritual lives of its inhabitants. He explores the interaction between the priest and the parishioners, scrutinizing the responsibilities entrusted to the former in offering pastoral care, conducting ceremonies, and guiding the community's moral compass.

Furthermore, Ware diligently unravels the financial intricacies intertwined within the Elizabethan parish. Drawing from a rich pool of archival sources, he evaluates the diverse sources of parish income, ranging from tithes and offerings to unexpected windfalls like legacy bequests. The author elucidates the delicate balancing act faced by parish administrators as they grappled with maintaining the church buildings, supporting the clergy, and aiding the less fortunate members of their community.

What sets this book apart is its meticulous attention to detail. Ware, an expert in the field, leaves no stone unturned as he delves into documents, both primary and secondary, to unravel the minutiae of the parish's financial operations. Furthermore, he seamlessly weaves together historical evidence, anecdotes, and personal testimonies to create an engaging narrative that brings the Elizabethan parish to life. The reader is transported back to a time when the parish church stood as the beating heart of the community, resonating with the collective dreams, hopes, and fears of its inhabitants.

However, despite its impressive wealth of information, the book's scholarly nature may limit its appeal to a specialized audience. Its intensive focus on historical and financial analysis may prove challenging for casual readers seeking a more general understanding of the Elizabethan period. Moreover, the book is most suited for readers who possess a foundational knowledge of the religious and societal nuances of the Elizabethan era, as it relies heavily on prior contextual understanding.

In conclusion, The Elizabethan Parish in its Ecclesiastical and Financial Aspects by Sedley Lynch Ware stands as a seminal work on the intricacies of the English parish during the Elizabethan era. Ware's exhaustive research and comprehensive analysis shed light on the complex interplay between religious obligations and financial realities within the parish system. While its scholarly nature may restrict its appeal to a specialized audience, the book offers a valuable resource for historians, academics, and those with a particular interest in the religious and financial dynamics of the Elizabethan era.

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SERIES XXVI NOS. 7 8

JOHNS HOPKINS UNIVERSITY STUDIES

IN

HISTORICAL AND POLITICAL SCIENCE

Under the Direction of the Departments of History, Political Economy, and Political Science

THE ELIZABETHAN PARISH IN ITS ECCLESIASTICAL AND FINANCIAL ASPECTS

BY

SEDLEY LYNCH WARE, A.B., LL.B. Fellow in History.

PUBLISHED MONTHLY

July August, 1908

PREFACE

These chapters are but part of a larger work on the Elizabethan parish designed to cover all the aspects of parish government. There is need of a comprehensive study of the parish institutions of this period, owing to the fact that no modern work exists that in any thorough way pretends to discuss the subject. The work of Toulmin Smith was written to defend a theory, while the recent history of Mr. and Mrs. Webb deals in the main with the parish subsequent to the year 1688. The material already in print for such a study is very voluminous, the accumulation of texts having progressed more rapidly than the use of them by scholars.

My subject was suggested to me by Professor Vincent, to whom as well as to Professor Andrews I am indebted for advice and assistance throughout this work. In England I have to thank Messrs. Sidney Webb, Hubert Hall and George Unwin, of the London School of Economics, for reading manuscript and suggesting improvements... Continue reading book >>




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