Edwards, Paul
The Medieval Clothier (Working in the Middle Ages)
- ISBN 13:
- 9781837651092
- author:
- Edwards, Paul
- format:
- Hardback
- publisher:
- Prometheus Books
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 1996
- Pages:
- 313
- Dimensions:
- 23.4 x 15.6 x 2.1 centimetres (0
- Genre:
- Toys, Games & Puzzles, General,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
The Medieval Clothier offers a clear and accessible guide to England's medieval cloth-making trade. In this period, clothiers played a crucial role in coordinating different stages of production and selling finished cloth to merchants and traders.
While many clothiers were of modest status, a few individuals amassed significant fortunes through the trade, becoming wealthy entrepreneurs and early capitalists. This book provides a comprehensive survey of the medieval cloth-making industry, examining its practitioners, their impact on the industry, and their roles in wider communities.
Alongside an exploration of the trade's mechanics, the book also considers the personal backgrounds of clothiers, their involvement in charitable activities, and even extracts from their wills. A gazetteer of places to visit completes this valuable resource for academics, students, and local historians alike.
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