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An history of the mitred Parliamentary abbies, and conventual cathedral churches. Shewing the times of their respective foundations, and what Alterations they have undergone. With some Descriptions of their Monuments, and Dimensions of their Buildings, &c. Together with a catalogue of their abbats, priors, &c. To which are annexed, several other lists of the principals of divers monasteries; the Number of Monks at the Surrender, and the Names of the last Abbats, Priors, &c. who signed the same; as far as they have come to hand. With an exact Account of those Religious Men and Women, and Chantry Priests, receiving Pensions throughout England and Wales, An. 1553. A Work, Among other Uses, necessary to give light to several Charters sans Date; and helpful to such who shall treat of Families and Dignified Persons. For whose Benefit are subjoined large indexes. The whole extracted out of very curious manuscripts, &c which have been many Years Collecting by the most eminent Antiquaries; and faithfully published By Browne Willis, Esq; In two volumes.
printed by W. Bowyer, for R. Gosling at the Miter and Crown against St. Dunstan's Church in Fleetstreet
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