Calendars of the Ancient Charters, and of the Welch and Scotish Rolls, Now Remaining in the Tower of London

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Introduction attributed to Thomas Astle. Traces the history and neglect of England's public records. The introduction impresses on historians the necessity of scholarly research am ong the state papers. The book was actually begun by Rev. Philip Morant, who was at one time employed at the State Paper Office. At first published anonymously in 1772, this 1774 edtion gives Sir Joseph Ayloffe's name on the title page. Show more