the Hundred and Rolls

"The Hundred and the Hundred Rolls" is a seminal study of medieval English administration and local governance during the reign of Edward I. This scholarly work provides a detailed analysis of the hundred-the primary unit of local government-and the extensive inquiries known as the Hundred Rolls. These records, commissioned in the late 13th century, offer an unparalleled glimpse into the social and legal fabric of the era, documenting the rights of the crown, the conduct of local officials, and the grievances of the populace. The text explores how these inquests served as a bridge between the central monarchy and local communities, illuminating the complexities of feudal law and the evolution of the English state. Through rigorous archival insight, it examines the roles of bailiffs, jurors, and sheriffs, shedding light on the practicalities of medieval justice and taxation. As a cornerstone of constitutional history, "The Hundred and the Hundred Rolls" remains an essential resource for scholars of the Middle Ages, legal historians, and those interested in the foundational structures of English society.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.