A Repertory Of The Endowments Of Vicarages In The Dioceses Of Canterbury And Rochester (1782)

A Repertory Of The Endowments Of Vicarages In The Dioceses Of Canterbury And Rochester (1782) is a comprehensive guide to the endowments and benefactions of vicarages in the dioceses of Canterbury and Rochester. Written by Andrew Coltee Ducarel, a prominent antiquary and historian of the 18th century, the book provides a detailed account of the various endowments and benefactions that were made to these vicarages over the centuries. The book is divided into two parts, the first of which deals with the diocese of Canterbury, while the second part covers the diocese of Rochester. Each part is further divided into chapters, with each chapter focusing on a particular parish or vicarage. The chapters provide a wealth of information on the history, endowments, and benefactions of each vicarage, including details on the value of the endowments, the names of the benefactors, and any conditions attached to the endowments.In addition to providing a valuable historical record of the endowments and benefactions of these vicarages, the book also sheds light on the social and economic conditions of the time. It provides insights into the ways in which wealthy individuals and institutions sought to support the church and its ministers, and the impact that these endowments had on the lives of the clergy and their congregations.Overall, A Repertory Of The Endowments Of Vicarages In The Dioceses Of Canterbury And Rochester (1782) is an important historical document that provides a fascinating glimpse into the social and economic history of England in the 18th century, as well as a valuable resource for scholars and researchers interested in the history of the church and its institutions.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.