The parson's lawe, [mid 17th century].

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The parson's lawe, [mid 17th century].

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Manuscript on paper, in a single secretary hand, of 27 chapters dealing with points of ecclesiastical law, including discussions of avoidance by session, acts of Parliament, resignation and creation; "by what actes the Church may become voyd;" and "where the king may revoke his presentation and where not, & where a common person cannot revoke a repeale his presentation once made."

1 v. (244 p.) ; 30 x 20 cm.

Beinecke Rare Book and Manuscript Library

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