Tavistock Abbey: A Study in the Social and Economic History of Devon

Book examines the history of rural Devon though the history of Tavistock Abbey. Finberg charts the abbey's development from its establishment by King Edgar until its dissolution during the reign of Henry VIII, and uses the abbey's records to detail the changing nature of Devonshire. Octavo, 320 pp. Cream-colored cloth binding. Previous owner's name printed on ffep. Pages remain clean and unmarked; binding, square and tight. No underlining or notes. Dust jacket shows minor edgewear and rubbing.