The Parish Clerk
Unveiling the Forgotten Role of Medieval Parish ClerksBy P. H. Ditchfield
Length8h 28m
About this audiobook
P. H. Ditchfield's "The Parish Clerk" delves into the intricate role of parish clerks in the English countryside during the late 19th century. Set against a backdrop of a rapidly changing society, this work intricately blends historical narrative with biographical insights, showcasing the clerks as pivotal figures in the administration of local ecclesiastical affairs. Ditchfield's literary style is characterized by rich, descriptive passages and acute observations, generating a vivid picture of parish life and its socio-religious implications. The book is a nuanced exploration of the clerical profession, elevating it beyond mere administrative duty to a vital component of community cohesion and identity in Victorian England. P. H. Ditchfield, born into the traditions of rural England, possessed a profound interest in local history and culture, which profoundly informed his writing. His background as a historian and clergyman endowed him with unique insights into the nuances of parish life. Ditchfield's deep appreciation for the pastoral landscape and its people resonates through this tapestry of anecdotes and historical analysis, making the work both informative and engaging. "The Parish Clerk" is a must-read for anyone interested in the intersections of history, literature, and social anthropology. It offers a compelling examination of a profession that shaped local governance and identity, providing readers with a richer understanding of the clerical role beyond the conventional narratives. Ditchfield's eloquent prose and meticulous research invite readers to reflect on the importance of community and service in a changing world.
Audiobook details
GenreHistory
Length8 hrs 28 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateDec 17, 2019
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1Introduction
2CHAPTER III: THE MEDIÆVAL CLERK
3CHAPTER IV: THE DUTIES OF READING AND SINGING
4CHAPTER V: THE CLERK IN LITERATURE
5CHAPTER VI: CLERKS TOO CLERICAL. SMUGGLING DAYS AND SMUGGLING WAYS
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6CHAPTER VII: THE CLERK IN EPITAPH
7CHAPTER VIII: THE WORSHIPFUL COMPANY OF PARISH CLERKS
8CHAPTER IX: THE CLERKS OF LONDON: THEIR DUTIES AND PRIVILEGES
9CHAPTER X: CLERKENWELL AND CLERKS' PLAYS
10CHAPTER XI: THE CLERKS AND THE PARISH REGISTERS
11CHAPTER XII: THE CLERK AS A POET
12A CAROL FOR ADVENT
13CHAPTER XIII: THE CLERK GIVING OUT NOTICES
14CHAPTER XIV: SLEEPY CHURCH AND SLEEPY CLERKS
15CHAPTER XV: THE CLERK IN ART
16CHAPTER XVI: WOMEN AS PARISH CLERKS
17CHAPTER XVII: SOME YORKSHIRE CLERKS
18CHAPTER XVIII: AN OLD CHESHIRE CLERK AND SOME OTHER WORTHIES
19CHAPTER XIX: THE CLERK AND THE LAW
20CHAPTER XX: RECOLLECTIONS OF OLD CLERKS AND THEIR WAYS
21CHAPTER XXI: CURIOUS STORIES
22CHAPTER XXII: LONGEVITY AND HEREDITY--THE DEACON-CLERKS OF BARNSTAPLE
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