Monastic London

""Monastic London: An Analytical Sketch Of The Monks And Monasteries Within The Metropolitan Area During The Centuries 1200 To 1600"" is a historical book written by Walter Stanhope and published in 1887. The book provides a detailed analysis of the monastic communities and monasteries that existed in London during the period from the 13th to the 17th century. Stanhope's work is a comprehensive study of the religious institutions that played a significant role in shaping the social, cultural, and political landscape of London during the medieval and early modern periods. The book covers a wide range of topics, including the origins and development of monasticism in London, the different orders of monks and nuns, their daily routines, and their interactions with the wider community. The author also explores the political and economic power of the monastic orders, their relationship with the Crown and the Church, and their involvement in local and national affairs. In addition, the book contains detailed descriptions of the architecture and layout of the monastic buildings, as well as the art and artifacts produced by the monks and nuns. Overall, ""Monastic London"" is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of London, medieval and early modern religious institutions, and the role of monasticism in shaping the cultural and social life of England.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.