Edward Iv

Edward Iv in United Kingdom

Manorial Courts under Edward IV

For information about this topic, please read the entry, in this legal Encyclopedia, about: Manorial Courts under Edward IV

Edward IV and Medieval Law

Edward IV and Legal History

Edward IV Statutes

For information about this topic, please read the entry, in this legal Encyclopedia, about: Edward IV Statutes

Edward IV and Medieval Law

Edward IV and Legal History

Law Reports under Edward IV

For information about this topic, please read the entry, in this legal Encyclopedia, about: Law Reports under Edward IV

Edward IV and Medieval Law

Edward IV and Legal History

Legal Materials

(Compiled by the University of South Caroline Gould School of Law) Farrer, William, ed. and trans. The Court Rolls of the Honor of Clitheroe in the County of Lancaster … 3 Vols. Manchester: Emmott & Co, 1897-1913.

Abstract: Text in English. Covers the years 1377-1567. Translated and transcribed from the original rolls preserved in the PRO, London, and at Clitheroe Castle.

Hall, Thomas W., ed. Sheffield, Hallamshire; a Descriptive Catalogue of Shefield Manorial Records From the 8th Year of Richard II to the Restoration. 3 Vols. Sheffield: J. W. Northend, 1926-1934.

Abstract: Covers the years 1384 -1627. Vol. 2 contains South-Yorkshire? land-charters from the Lindsay collection. Vol. 3 contains Sheffield manorial records from the court-roll, 1424-1597 as well as ancient charters and an index to Liber finium.

Helmholz, R. H., ed. Select Cases on Defamation to 1600. The Selden Society (SS), 101 for 1985. London: Selden Society, 1985.

Abstract: Select cases chosen “to illustrate the development of private remedies for defamation, and to provide the basis for a comparison between the Canon law and the English practice in both the spiritual and temporal courts.” Part I contains 30 cases from the ecclesiastical courts between ca.1290 and 1593. Part II contains 30 cases from various local courts, mostly of manors or boroughs, between 1245-1539. Parts III and IV cover sixteenth century cases.

Humphreys, Arthur L., ed. Wellington Manorial Court Rolls. 1277-1908. London: n.p., 1910.

Abstract: Text in English.

Lawrence, Philip H., ed. & trans. Extracts From the Court Rolls of the Manor of Wimbledon Extending From I. Edward IV. to A.D. 1864. 3 Parts. London: Wyman and Sons, 1866-1969.

Abstract: Latin text with English translation. Selected for the use of the Wimbledon Common Committee, it includes an extract of all entries from the original rolls having any direct or indirect bearing on the questions affecting the Common or the rights attached to it.

Marcham, William M., ed. Some Court Rolls of the Manors of Tottenham, Middlesex, 1318-1503, and Court Rolls of Cantelowes Manor, St. Pancras, 1308-1317 . Manor of Tottenham Series, 1 ed. Tottenham: Libraries and Museum, 1956.

Abstract: Text in English.

Massingberd, William O., ed. Court Rolls of the Manor of Ingoldmells in the County of Lincoln . London: Spottiswoode, 1902.

Abstract: Court records for the period 1291-1578.

Torr, Cecil, ed. Wreyland Documents, With Introduction and Notes. Cambridge: University Press, 1910.

Abstract: Text in English. Includes the Court Rolls of Wreyland Manor, covering the years AD 1437-1727, 1-88.

Yeatman, John P., and George R. Sitwell , eds. The Feudal History of the County of Derby; (Chiefly During the 11th, 12th, and 13th Centuries). 10 Vols in 7. London: Bemrose, 1886-1910.

Abstract: Section 8 contains the Ashford-in-the-Water court rolls for the years 1442-1711.

Bibliographies of English Law History

  • Maxwell, William H. A Legal Bibliography of the British Commonwealth of Nations. Volume 1: English Law to 1800. London: Sweet and Maxwell, 1955-
  • Beale, Joseph H. A Bibliography of Early English Law Books. Cambridge: Harvard University Press, 1926.
  • Winfield, Percy H. The Chief Sources of English Legal History. Cambridge: Harvard University Press, 1925.

Legal Materials

(Compiled by the University of South Caroline Gould School of Law) Hawkins, William, ed. The Statutes at Large, From Magna Charta to the (Thirtieth) Year of King George the Second Inclusive (1225-1757) 9 Vols. London : J. Baskett, 1734-1759.

Pickering, Danby, and George K. Richards, ed. The Statutes at Large From the Magna Charta, to the End of the Eleventh Parliament of Great Britain, Anno 1761 (Continued to 1806). 109 Vols. Cambridge: J. Bentham, 1762-1869.

Machlinia, William de, ed. Nova Statuta, I Edward III to XXII Edward IV. n.p.: n.p., 1484.

Abstract: Text is in Middle French. The first printed collection of statutes, it contains two statutes (2 Rich. II cap. 7 and 8) omitted from later editions. Later edition published by Pynson (n.d.) covers the period 1 Edward III to 12 Henry VII. Statutes from Edward III to Richard III are in Latin and French, and those from 1-12 Henry VII are in English.

Pickering, Danby, and George K. Richards, ed. The Statutes at Large From the Magna Charta, to the End of the Eleventh Parliament of Great Britain, Anno 1761 (Continued to 1806). 109 Vols. Cambridge: J. Bentham, 1762-1869.

Ruffhead, Owen, ed. The Statutes at Large, From Magna Charta to the End of the (Reign of King George the Third.) 18 Vols. London: M. Basket, 1763-1800.

Abstract: These contain slightly abbreviated texts of Acts from 1235 to 1800. Vol. 1 in English, French, and Latin; Vol. 2 in English and French. A revised edition, edited by Charles Runnington, published 1786-1800.

Tomlins, Thomas E., and John Raithby, ed. The Statutes at Large, of England and of Great Britain: From Magna Carta to the Union of the Kingdoms of Great Britain and Ireland. 20 Vols. London : G. Eyre and A. Strahan, 1811.

Abstract: Vols. 1-2 edited by T. E. Tomlins; Vols. 3-20 edited by John Raithby.

Tomlins, Thomas E., William E. Taunton , and John Raithby, eds. The Statutes of the Realm. 11 Vols. London : History of Parliament, 1810.

Notes: Available online in British History Online at https://www.british-history.ac.uk/catalogue.asp?gid=83Abstract: Contents:

Vol. 1, 1101-1301, edited by Sir T.E. Tomlins and W.E. Taunton

Vol. 2, 1377-1503/04, edited by Sir T.E. Tomlins and W.E. Taunton

Vol. 3, 1509/10-1545, edited by Sir T.E. Tomlins and W.E. Taunton

Vol. 4, 1547-1624, edited by T.E. Tomlins

Vol. 5, 1625-1680, edited by John Raithby

Vol. 6, 1685-1694, edited by John Raithby

Vol. 7, 1695/6-1701, edited by John Raithby

Vol. 8, 1702-1707, edited by John Raithby

Vol. 9, 1708-1713, edited by John Raithby

The online version includes only the 9 volumes of statutes and not the final two volumes of indexes.

Bibliographies of English Law History

  • Maxwell, William H. A Legal Bibliography of the British Commonwealth of Nations. Volume 1: English Law to 1800. London: Sweet and Maxwell, 1955-
  • Beale, Joseph H. A Bibliography of Early English Law Books. Cambridge: Harvard University Press, 1926.
  • Winfield, Percy H. The Chief Sources of English Legal History. Cambridge: Harvard University Press, 1925.

Legal Materials

(Compiled by the University of South Caroline Gould School of Law) Maynard, John, ed. Year Books, or, Reports in the Following Reigns, With Notes to Brooke and Fitzherbert’s Abridgments: the Vulgate Edition of 1678-1680. 11 Vols. London: George Sawbridge, William Rawlins, and Samuel Roycroft, 1679-1680. Online Computer Library Center (OCLC) number (used in Worldcat): 31448622

Notes: Also available online in Early English Books Online (subscription database)Abstract: Reprinted in 2006, this is referred to as the “standard” or “vulgate” edition. It reprints some of the earliest black letter editions of the year books and repeats the gross errors of those black letter editions, with spelling errors, wrong insertions, and misleading cross references. There appears to have been no effort at proofreading. Contents:

Vol. 1, Memoranda in Scaccario 2-29 Edward I, and year books 1-19 Edward II (dated 1678)

Vol. 2, 1-10 Edward III

Vol. 3, 17-39 Edward III(omitting 19, 20, 31-37)

Vol. 4, 40-50 Edward III (called Quadragesms)

Vol. 5, Liber Assisarum, 1-50 Edward III

Vol. 6, 1-14 Henry IV and 1, 2, 5, 7, 8, 9 Henry V

Vol. 7, 1-20 Henry VI (omitting 5, 6, 13, 15-17)

Vol. 8, 21-39 Henry VI (omitting 23-26 and 29)

Vol. 9, 1-22 Edward IV

Vol. 10, Long Report of 5 Edward IV

Vol. 11, 1 Edward V, 1-2 Richard III,1-21 Henry VII (omitting 17-19) and 12, 13, 14, 18, 19, 26, 27 Henry VIII

Neilson, Nellie, ed. Year Book 10 Edward IV and 49 Henry VI (1470). The Selden Society (SS), 47 for 1930 (Year Book Series). London: Quaritch, 1931.

Renton, Alexander W., comp. The English Reports. 178 Vols. London: Stevens and Sons, 1900-1932. Online Computer Library Center (OCLC) number (used in Worldcat): 1470288

Notes: Also available online in Justis, HeinOnline, and LLMC-Digital (subscription databases)Abstract: Contains reprinted decisions of all English courts from 1220 to the commencement of the official Law reports in 1866. vols. 1-11, House of Lords; vols. 12-20, Privy Council; vols. 21-47, Chancery; vols. 48-55, Rolls Court; vols. 56-71, Vice-Chancellors’ Courts; vols. 72-122, King’s Bench Division; vols. 123-144, Common Pleas; vols. 145-160, Exchequer; vols. 161-167, Ecclesiastical, Admiralty, and Probate and Divorce; vols. 168-169, Crown cases; vols. 170-176, Nisi Prius. Volumes which contain reports prior to 1550 are: vols. 72-122 King’s Bench (1378-1865); vols. 123-144 Common Pleas (1486-1865); vols. 145-160 Exchequer (1220-1865) Only volumes 72 & 73 (Kings Bench), volume 145 (Exchequer) contain cases from the medieval period.

Seipp, David J., and John Maynard eds. Year Books, or, Reports in the Following Reigns, With Notes to Brooke and Fitzherbert’s Abridgments: the Vulgate edition of 1678-1680. 11 Vols. Clark, N.J.: Lawbook Exchange, 2007, 1678. Online Computer Library Center (OCLC) number (used in Worldcat): 76967165Abstract: Reprint of the vulgate edition. Each volume contains introductory notes on the history, content and significance of the year books by David Seipp and Carol F. Lee, as well as tables naming all justices and serjeants, and listing calendar years of law terms. It references Seipp’s online Index and Paraphrase of Printed Year Book Reports, 1268-1535 which indexes and summarizes almost all the cases in this edition.

Bibliographies of English Law History

  • Maxwell, William H. A Legal Bibliography of the British Commonwealth of Nations. Volume 1: English Law to 1800. London: Sweet and Maxwell, 1955-
  • Beale, Joseph H. A Bibliography of Early English Law Books. Cambridge: Harvard University Press, 1926.
  • Winfield, Percy H. The Chief Sources of English Legal History. Cambridge: Harvard University Press, 1925.

Resources

See Also

  • Defamation (in this legal Encyclopedia)
  • Detinue (in this legal Encyclopedia)
  • Attainder (in this legal Encyclopedia)
  • Medieval Church Law (in this legal Encyclopedia)
  • Lordship Rights (in this legal Encyclopedia)

Legal Materials

(Compiled by the University of South Caroline Gould School of Law) Farrer, William, ed. and trans. The Court Rolls of the Honor of Clitheroe in the County of Lancaster … 3 Vols. Manchester: Emmott & Co, 1897-1913.

Abstract: Text in English. Covers the years 1377-1567. Translated and transcribed from the original rolls preserved in the PRO, London, and at Clitheroe Castle.

Hall, Thomas W., ed. Sheffield, Hallamshire; a Descriptive Catalogue of Shefield Manorial Records From the 8th Year of Richard II to the Restoration. 3 Vols. Sheffield: J. W. Northend, 1926-1934.

Abstract: Covers the years 1384 -1627. Vol. 2 contains South-Yorkshire? land-charters from the Lindsay collection. Vol. 3 contains Sheffield manorial records from the court-roll, 1424-1597 as well as ancient charters and an index to Liber finium.

Helmholz, R. H., ed. Select Cases on Defamation to 1600. The Selden Society (SS), 101 for 1985. London: Selden Society, 1985.

Abstract: Select cases chosen “to illustrate the development of private remedies for defamation, and to provide the basis for a comparison between the Canon law and the English practice in both the spiritual and temporal courts.” Part I contains 30 cases from the ecclesiastical courts between ca.1290 and 1593. Part II contains 30 cases from various local courts, mostly of manors or boroughs, between 1245-1539. Parts III and IV cover sixteenth century cases.

Humphreys, Arthur L., ed. Wellington Manorial Court Rolls. 1277-1908. London: n.p., 1910.

Abstract: Text in English.

Lawrence, Philip H., ed. & trans. Extracts From the Court Rolls of the Manor of Wimbledon Extending From I. Edward IV. to A.D. 1864. 3 Parts. London: Wyman and Sons, 1866-1969.

Abstract: Latin text with English translation. Selected for the use of the Wimbledon Common Committee, it includes an extract of all entries from the original rolls having any direct or indirect bearing on the questions affecting the Common or the rights attached to it.

Marcham, William M., ed. Some Court Rolls of the Manors of Tottenham, Middlesex, 1318-1503, and Court Rolls of Cantelowes Manor, St. Pancras, 1308-1317 . Manor of Tottenham Series, 1 ed. Tottenham: Libraries and Museum, 1956.

Abstract: Text in English.

Massingberd, William O., ed. Court Rolls of the Manor of Ingoldmells in the County of Lincoln . London: Spottiswoode, 1902.

Abstract: Court records for the period 1291-1578.

Torr, Cecil, ed. Wreyland Documents, With Introduction and Notes. Cambridge: University Press, 1910.

Abstract: Text in English. Includes the Court Rolls of Wreyland Manor, covering the years AD 1437-1727, 1-88.

Yeatman, John P., and George R. Sitwell , eds. The Feudal History of the County of Derby; (Chiefly During the 11th, 12th, and 13th Centuries). 10 Vols in 7. London: Bemrose, 1886-1910.

Abstract: Section 8 contains the Ashford-in-the-Water court rolls for the years 1442-1711.

Bibliographies of English Law History

  • Maxwell, William H. A Legal Bibliography of the British Commonwealth of Nations. Volume 1: English Law to 1800. London: Sweet and Maxwell, 1955-
  • Beale, Joseph H. A Bibliography of Early English Law Books. Cambridge: Harvard University Press, 1926.
  • Winfield, Percy H. The Chief Sources of English Legal History. Cambridge: Harvard University Press, 1925.

Legal Materials

(Compiled by the University of South Caroline Gould School of Law) Hawkins, William, ed. The Statutes at Large, From Magna Charta to the (Thirtieth) Year of King George the Second Inclusive (1225-1757) 9 Vols. London : J. Baskett, 1734-1759.

Pickering, Danby, and George K. Richards, ed. The Statutes at Large From the Magna Charta, to the End of the Eleventh Parliament of Great Britain, Anno 1761 (Continued to 1806). 109 Vols. Cambridge: J. Bentham, 1762-1869.

Machlinia, William de, ed. Nova Statuta, I Edward III to XXII Edward IV. n.p.: n.p., 1484.

Abstract: Text is in Middle French. The first printed collection of statutes, it contains two statutes (2 Rich. II cap. 7 and 8) omitted from later editions. Later edition published by Pynson (n.d.) covers the period 1 Edward III to 12 Henry VII. Statutes from Edward III to Richard III are in Latin and French, and those from 1-12 Henry VII are in English.

Pickering, Danby, and George K. Richards, ed. The Statutes at Large From the Magna Charta, to the End of the Eleventh Parliament of Great Britain, Anno 1761 (Continued to 1806). 109 Vols. Cambridge: J. Bentham, 1762-1869.

Ruffhead, Owen, ed. The Statutes at Large, From Magna Charta to the End of the (Reign of King George the Third.) 18 Vols. London: M. Basket, 1763-1800.

Abstract: These contain slightly abbreviated texts of Acts from 1235 to 1800. Vol. 1 in English, French, and Latin; Vol. 2 in English and French. A revised edition, edited by Charles Runnington, published 1786-1800.

Tomlins, Thomas E., and John Raithby, ed. The Statutes at Large, of England and of Great Britain: From Magna Carta to the Union of the Kingdoms of Great Britain and Ireland. 20 Vols. London : G. Eyre and A. Strahan, 1811.

Abstract: Vols. 1-2 edited by T. E. Tomlins; Vols. 3-20 edited by John Raithby.

Tomlins, Thomas E., William E. Taunton , and John Raithby, eds. The Statutes of the Realm. 11 Vols. London : History of Parliament, 1810.

Notes: Available online in British History Online at https://www.british-history.ac.uk/catalogue.asp?gid=83Abstract: Contents:

Vol. 1, 1101-1301, edited by Sir T.E. Tomlins and W.E. Taunton

Vol. 2, 1377-1503/04, edited by Sir T.E. Tomlins and W.E. Taunton

Vol. 3, 1509/10-1545, edited by Sir T.E. Tomlins and W.E. Taunton

Vol. 4, 1547-1624, edited by T.E. Tomlins

Vol. 5, 1625-1680, edited by John Raithby

Vol. 6, 1685-1694, edited by John Raithby

Vol. 7, 1695/6-1701, edited by John Raithby

Vol. 8, 1702-1707, edited by John Raithby

Vol. 9, 1708-1713, edited by John Raithby

The online version includes only the 9 volumes of statutes and not the final two volumes of indexes.

Bibliographies of English Law History

  • Maxwell, William H. A Legal Bibliography of the British Commonwealth of Nations. Volume 1: English Law to 1800. London: Sweet and Maxwell, 1955-
  • Beale, Joseph H. A Bibliography of Early English Law Books. Cambridge: Harvard University Press, 1926.
  • Winfield, Percy H. The Chief Sources of English Legal History. Cambridge: Harvard University Press, 1925.

Legal Materials

(Compiled by the University of South Caroline Gould School of Law) Maynard, John, ed. Year Books, or, Reports in the Following Reigns, With Notes to Brooke and Fitzherbert’s Abridgments: the Vulgate Edition of 1678-1680. 11 Vols. London: George Sawbridge, William Rawlins, and Samuel Roycroft, 1679-1680. Online Computer Library Center (OCLC) number (used in Worldcat): 31448622

Notes: Also available online in Early English Books Online (subscription database)Abstract: Reprinted in 2006, this is referred to as the “standard” or “vulgate” edition. It reprints some of the earliest black letter editions of the year books and repeats the gross errors of those black letter editions, with spelling errors, wrong insertions, and misleading cross references. There appears to have been no effort at proofreading. Contents:

Vol. 1, Memoranda in Scaccario 2-29 Edward I, and year books 1-19 Edward II (dated 1678)

Vol. 2, 1-10 Edward III

Vol. 3, 17-39 Edward III(omitting 19, 20, 31-37)

Vol. 4, 40-50 Edward III (called Quadragesms)

Vol. 5, Liber Assisarum, 1-50 Edward III

Vol. 6, 1-14 Henry IV and 1, 2, 5, 7, 8, 9 Henry V

Vol. 7, 1-20 Henry VI (omitting 5, 6, 13, 15-17)

Vol. 8, 21-39 Henry VI (omitting 23-26 and 29)

Vol. 9, 1-22 Edward IV

Vol. 10, Long Report of 5 Edward IV

Vol. 11, 1 Edward V, 1-2 Richard III,1-21 Henry VII (omitting 17-19) and 12, 13, 14, 18, 19, 26, 27 Henry VIII

Neilson, Nellie, ed. Year Book 10 Edward IV and 49 Henry VI (1470). The Selden Society (SS), 47 for 1930 (Year Book Series). London: Quaritch, 1931.

Renton, Alexander W., comp. The English Reports. 178 Vols. London: Stevens and Sons, 1900-1932. Online Computer Library Center (OCLC) number (used in Worldcat): 1470288

Notes: Also available online in Justis, HeinOnline, and LLMC-Digital (subscription databases)Abstract: Contains reprinted decisions of all English courts from 1220 to the commencement of the official Law reports in 1866. vols. 1-11, House of Lords; vols. 12-20, Privy Council; vols. 21-47, Chancery; vols. 48-55, Rolls Court; vols. 56-71, Vice-Chancellors’ Courts; vols. 72-122, King’s Bench Division; vols. 123-144, Common Pleas; vols. 145-160, Exchequer; vols. 161-167, Ecclesiastical, Admiralty, and Probate and Divorce; vols. 168-169, Crown cases; vols. 170-176, Nisi Prius. Volumes which contain reports prior to 1550 are: vols. 72-122 King’s Bench (1378-1865); vols. 123-144 Common Pleas (1486-1865); vols. 145-160 Exchequer (1220-1865) Only volumes 72 & 73 (Kings Bench), volume 145 (Exchequer) contain cases from the medieval period.

Seipp, David J., and John Maynard eds. Year Books, or, Reports in the Following Reigns, With Notes to Brooke and Fitzherbert’s Abridgments: the Vulgate edition of 1678-1680. 11 Vols. Clark, N.J.: Lawbook Exchange, 2007, 1678. Online Computer Library Center (OCLC) number (used in Worldcat): 76967165Abstract: Reprint of the vulgate edition. Each volume contains introductory notes on the history, content and significance of the year books by David Seipp and Carol F. Lee, as well as tables naming all justices and serjeants, and listing calendar years of law terms. It references Seipp’s online Index and Paraphrase of Printed Year Book Reports, 1268-1535 which indexes and summarizes almost all the cases in this edition.

Bibliographies of English Law History

  • Maxwell, William H. A Legal Bibliography of the British Commonwealth of Nations. Volume 1: English Law to 1800. London: Sweet and Maxwell, 1955-
  • Beale, Joseph H. A Bibliography of Early English Law Books. Cambridge: Harvard University Press, 1926.
  • Winfield, Percy H. The Chief Sources of English Legal History. Cambridge: Harvard University Press, 1925.

Resources

See Also

  • Usury (in this legal Encyclopedia)
  • Punishment (in this legal Encyclopedia)
  • Misfeasance (in this legal Encyclopedia)
  • Detinue (in this legal Encyclopedia)
  • Pleas of the Crown (in this legal Encyclopedia)

Law Reports under Edward IV

For information about this topic, please read the entry, in this legal Encyclopedia, about: Law Reports under Edward IV

Edward IV and Medieval Law

Edward IV and Legal History

Legal Materials

(Compiled by the University of South Caroline Gould School of Law) Farrer, William, ed. and trans. The Court Rolls of the Honor of Clitheroe in the County of Lancaster … 3 Vols. Manchester: Emmott & Co, 1897-1913.

Abstract: Text in English. Covers the years 1377-1567. Translated and transcribed from the original rolls preserved in the PRO, London, and at Clitheroe Castle.

Hall, Thomas W., ed. Sheffield, Hallamshire; a Descriptive Catalogue of Shefield Manorial Records From the 8th Year of Richard II to the Restoration. 3 Vols. Sheffield: J. W. Northend, 1926-1934.

Abstract: Covers the years 1384 -1627. Vol. 2 contains South-Yorkshire? land-charters from the Lindsay collection. Vol. 3 contains Sheffield manorial records from the court-roll, 1424-1597 as well as ancient charters and an index to Liber finium.

Helmholz, R. H., ed. Select Cases on Defamation to 1600. The Selden Society (SS), 101 for 1985. London: Selden Society, 1985.

Abstract: Select cases chosen “to illustrate the development of private remedies for defamation, and to provide the basis for a comparison between the Canon law and the English practice in both the spiritual and temporal courts.” Part I contains 30 cases from the ecclesiastical courts between ca.1290 and 1593. Part II contains 30 cases from various local courts, mostly of manors or boroughs, between 1245-1539. Parts III and IV cover sixteenth century cases.

Humphreys, Arthur L., ed. Wellington Manorial Court Rolls. 1277-1908. London: n.p., 1910.

Abstract: Text in English.

Lawrence, Philip H., ed. & trans. Extracts From the Court Rolls of the Manor of Wimbledon Extending From I. Edward IV. to A.D. 1864. 3 Parts. London: Wyman and Sons, 1866-1969.

Abstract: Latin text with English translation. Selected for the use of the Wimbledon Common Committee, it includes an extract of all entries from the original rolls having any direct or indirect bearing on the questions affecting the Common or the rights attached to it.

Marcham, William M., ed. Some Court Rolls of the Manors of Tottenham, Middlesex, 1318-1503, and Court Rolls of Cantelowes Manor, St. Pancras, 1308-1317 . Manor of Tottenham Series, 1 ed. Tottenham: Libraries and Museum, 1956.

Abstract: Text in English.

Massingberd, William O., ed. Court Rolls of the Manor of Ingoldmells in the County of Lincoln . London: Spottiswoode, 1902.

Abstract: Court records for the period 1291-1578.

Torr, Cecil, ed. Wreyland Documents, With Introduction and Notes. Cambridge: University Press, 1910.

Abstract: Text in English. Includes the Court Rolls of Wreyland Manor, covering the years AD 1437-1727, 1-88.

Yeatman, John P., and George R. Sitwell , eds. The Feudal History of the County of Derby; (Chiefly During the 11th, 12th, and 13th Centuries). 10 Vols in 7. London: Bemrose, 1886-1910.

Abstract: Section 8 contains the Ashford-in-the-Water court rolls for the years 1442-1711.

Bibliographies of English Law History

  • Maxwell, William H. A Legal Bibliography of the British Commonwealth of Nations. Volume 1: English Law to 1800. London: Sweet and Maxwell, 1955-
  • Beale, Joseph H. A Bibliography of Early English Law Books. Cambridge: Harvard University Press, 1926.
  • Winfield, Percy H. The Chief Sources of English Legal History. Cambridge: Harvard University Press, 1925.

Legal Materials

(Compiled by the University of South Caroline Gould School of Law) Hawkins, William, ed. The Statutes at Large, From Magna Charta to the (Thirtieth) Year of King George the Second Inclusive (1225-1757) 9 Vols. London : J. Baskett, 1734-1759.

Pickering, Danby, and George K. Richards, ed. The Statutes at Large From the Magna Charta, to the End of the Eleventh Parliament of Great Britain, Anno 1761 (Continued to 1806). 109 Vols. Cambridge: J. Bentham, 1762-1869.

Machlinia, William de, ed. Nova Statuta, I Edward III to XXII Edward IV. n.p.: n.p., 1484.

Abstract: Text is in Middle French. The first printed collection of statutes, it contains two statutes (2 Rich. II cap. 7 and 8) omitted from later editions. Later edition published by Pynson (n.d.) covers the period 1 Edward III to 12 Henry VII. Statutes from Edward III to Richard III are in Latin and French, and those from 1-12 Henry VII are in English.

Pickering, Danby, and George K. Richards, ed. The Statutes at Large From the Magna Charta, to the End of the Eleventh Parliament of Great Britain, Anno 1761 (Continued to 1806). 109 Vols. Cambridge: J. Bentham, 1762-1869.

Ruffhead, Owen, ed. The Statutes at Large, From Magna Charta to the End of the (Reign of King George the Third.) 18 Vols. London: M. Basket, 1763-1800.

Abstract: These contain slightly abbreviated texts of Acts from 1235 to 1800. Vol. 1 in English, French, and Latin; Vol. 2 in English and French. A revised edition, edited by Charles Runnington, published 1786-1800.

Tomlins, Thomas E., and John Raithby, ed. The Statutes at Large, of England and of Great Britain: From Magna Carta to the Union of the Kingdoms of Great Britain and Ireland. 20 Vols. London : G. Eyre and A. Strahan, 1811.

Abstract: Vols. 1-2 edited by T. E. Tomlins; Vols. 3-20 edited by John Raithby.

Tomlins, Thomas E., William E. Taunton , and John Raithby, eds. The Statutes of the Realm. 11 Vols. London : History of Parliament, 1810.

Notes: Available online in British History Online at https://www.british-history.ac.uk/catalogue.asp?gid=83Abstract: Contents:

Vol. 1, 1101-1301, edited by Sir T.E. Tomlins and W.E. Taunton

Vol. 2, 1377-1503/04, edited by Sir T.E. Tomlins and W.E. Taunton

Vol. 3, 1509/10-1545, edited by Sir T.E. Tomlins and W.E. Taunton

Vol. 4, 1547-1624, edited by T.E. Tomlins

Vol. 5, 1625-1680, edited by John Raithby

Vol. 6, 1685-1694, edited by John Raithby

Vol. 7, 1695/6-1701, edited by John Raithby

Vol. 8, 1702-1707, edited by John Raithby

Vol. 9, 1708-1713, edited by John Raithby

The online version includes only the 9 volumes of statutes and not the final two volumes of indexes.

Bibliographies of English Law History

  • Maxwell, William H. A Legal Bibliography of the British Commonwealth of Nations. Volume 1: English Law to 1800. London: Sweet and Maxwell, 1955-
  • Beale, Joseph H. A Bibliography of Early English Law Books. Cambridge: Harvard University Press, 1926.
  • Winfield, Percy H. The Chief Sources of English Legal History. Cambridge: Harvard University Press, 1925.

Legal Materials

(Compiled by the University of South Caroline Gould School of Law) Maynard, John, ed. Year Books, or, Reports in the Following Reigns, With Notes to Brooke and Fitzherbert’s Abridgments: the Vulgate Edition of 1678-1680. 11 Vols. London: George Sawbridge, William Rawlins, and Samuel Roycroft, 1679-1680. Online Computer Library Center (OCLC) number (used in Worldcat): 31448622

Notes: Also available online in Early English Books Online (subscription database)Abstract: Reprinted in 2006, this is referred to as the “standard” or “vulgate” edition. It reprints some of the earliest black letter editions of the year books and repeats the gross errors of those black letter editions, with spelling errors, wrong insertions, and misleading cross references. There appears to have been no effort at proofreading. Contents:

Vol. 1, Memoranda in Scaccario 2-29 Edward I, and year books 1-19 Edward II (dated 1678)

Vol. 2, 1-10 Edward III

Vol. 3, 17-39 Edward III(omitting 19, 20, 31-37)

Vol. 4, 40-50 Edward III (called Quadragesms)

Vol. 5, Liber Assisarum, 1-50 Edward III

Vol. 6, 1-14 Henry IV and 1, 2, 5, 7, 8, 9 Henry V

Vol. 7, 1-20 Henry VI (omitting 5, 6, 13, 15-17)

Vol. 8, 21-39 Henry VI (omitting 23-26 and 29)

Vol. 9, 1-22 Edward IV

Vol. 10, Long Report of 5 Edward IV

Vol. 11, 1 Edward V, 1-2 Richard III,1-21 Henry VII (omitting 17-19) and 12, 13, 14, 18, 19, 26, 27 Henry VIII

Neilson, Nellie, ed. Year Book 10 Edward IV and 49 Henry VI (1470). The Selden Society (SS), 47 for 1930 (Year Book Series). London: Quaritch, 1931.

Renton, Alexander W., comp. The English Reports. 178 Vols. London: Stevens and Sons, 1900-1932. Online Computer Library Center (OCLC) number (used in Worldcat): 1470288

Notes: Also available online in Justis, HeinOnline, and LLMC-Digital (subscription databases)Abstract: Contains reprinted decisions of all English courts from 1220 to the commencement of the official Law reports in 1866. vols. 1-11, House of Lords; vols. 12-20, Privy Council; vols. 21-47, Chancery; vols. 48-55, Rolls Court; vols. 56-71, Vice-Chancellors’ Courts; vols. 72-122, King’s Bench Division; vols. 123-144, Common Pleas; vols. 145-160, Exchequer; vols. 161-167, Ecclesiastical, Admiralty, and Probate and Divorce; vols. 168-169, Crown cases; vols. 170-176, Nisi Prius. Volumes which contain reports prior to 1550 are: vols. 72-122 King’s Bench (1378-1865); vols. 123-144 Common Pleas (1486-1865); vols. 145-160 Exchequer (1220-1865) Only volumes 72 & 73 (Kings Bench), volume 145 (Exchequer) contain cases from the medieval period.

Seipp, David J., and John Maynard eds. Year Books, or, Reports in the Following Reigns, With Notes to Brooke and Fitzherbert’s Abridgments: the Vulgate edition of 1678-1680. 11 Vols. Clark, N.J.: Lawbook Exchange, 2007, 1678. Online Computer Library Center (OCLC) number (used in Worldcat): 76967165Abstract: Reprint of the vulgate edition. Each volume contains introductory notes on the history, content and significance of the year books by David Seipp and Carol F. Lee, as well as tables naming all justices and serjeants, and listing calendar years of law terms. It references Seipp’s online Index and Paraphrase of Printed Year Book Reports, 1268-1535 which indexes and summarizes almost all the cases in this edition.

Bibliographies of English Law History

  • Maxwell, William H. A Legal Bibliography of the British Commonwealth of Nations. Volume 1: English Law to 1800. London: Sweet and Maxwell, 1955-
  • Beale, Joseph H. A Bibliography of Early English Law Books. Cambridge: Harvard University Press, 1926.
  • Winfield, Percy H. The Chief Sources of English Legal History. Cambridge: Harvard University Press, 1925.

Resources

See Also

  • Defamation (in this legal Encyclopedia)
  • Detinue (in this legal Encyclopedia)
  • Attainder (in this legal Encyclopedia)
  • Medieval Church Law (in this legal Encyclopedia)
  • Lordship Rights (in this legal Encyclopedia)

Legal Materials

(Compiled by the University of South Caroline Gould School of Law) Farrer, William, ed. and trans. The Court Rolls of the Honor of Clitheroe in the County of Lancaster … 3 Vols. Manchester: Emmott & Co, 1897-1913.

Abstract: Text in English. Covers the years 1377-1567. Translated and transcribed from the original rolls preserved in the PRO, London, and at Clitheroe Castle.

Hall, Thomas W., ed. Sheffield, Hallamshire; a Descriptive Catalogue of Shefield Manorial Records From the 8th Year of Richard II to the Restoration. 3 Vols. Sheffield: J. W. Northend, 1926-1934.

Abstract: Covers the years 1384 -1627. Vol. 2 contains South-Yorkshire? land-charters from the Lindsay collection. Vol. 3 contains Sheffield manorial records from the court-roll, 1424-1597 as well as ancient charters and an index to Liber finium.

Helmholz, R. H., ed. Select Cases on Defamation to 1600. The Selden Society (SS), 101 for 1985. London: Selden Society, 1985.

Abstract: Select cases chosen “to illustrate the development of private remedies for defamation, and to provide the basis for a comparison between the Canon law and the English practice in both the spiritual and temporal courts.” Part I contains 30 cases from the ecclesiastical courts between ca.1290 and 1593. Part II contains 30 cases from various local courts, mostly of manors or boroughs, between 1245-1539. Parts III and IV cover sixteenth century cases.

Humphreys, Arthur L., ed. Wellington Manorial Court Rolls. 1277-1908. London: n.p., 1910.

Abstract: Text in English.

Lawrence, Philip H., ed. & trans. Extracts From the Court Rolls of the Manor of Wimbledon Extending From I. Edward IV. to A.D. 1864. 3 Parts. London: Wyman and Sons, 1866-1969.

Abstract: Latin text with English translation. Selected for the use of the Wimbledon Common Committee, it includes an extract of all entries from the original rolls having any direct or indirect bearing on the questions affecting the Common or the rights attached to it.

Marcham, William M., ed. Some Court Rolls of the Manors of Tottenham, Middlesex, 1318-1503, and Court Rolls of Cantelowes Manor, St. Pancras, 1308-1317 . Manor of Tottenham Series, 1 ed. Tottenham: Libraries and Museum, 1956.

Abstract: Text in English.

Massingberd, William O., ed. Court Rolls of the Manor of Ingoldmells in the County of Lincoln . London: Spottiswoode, 1902.

Abstract: Court records for the period 1291-1578.

Torr, Cecil, ed. Wreyland Documents, With Introduction and Notes. Cambridge: University Press, 1910.

Abstract: Text in English. Includes the Court Rolls of Wreyland Manor, covering the years AD 1437-1727, 1-88.

Yeatman, John P., and George R. Sitwell , eds. The Feudal History of the County of Derby; (Chiefly During the 11th, 12th, and 13th Centuries). 10 Vols in 7. London: Bemrose, 1886-1910.

Abstract: Section 8 contains the Ashford-in-the-Water court rolls for the years 1442-1711.

Bibliographies of English Law History

  • Maxwell, William H. A Legal Bibliography of the British Commonwealth of Nations. Volume 1: English Law to 1800. London: Sweet and Maxwell, 1955-
  • Beale, Joseph H. A Bibliography of Early English Law Books. Cambridge: Harvard University Press, 1926.
  • Winfield, Percy H. The Chief Sources of English Legal History. Cambridge: Harvard University Press, 1925.

Legal Materials

(Compiled by the University of South Caroline Gould School of Law) Hawkins, William, ed. The Statutes at Large, From Magna Charta to the (Thirtieth) Year of King George the Second Inclusive (1225-1757) 9 Vols. London : J. Baskett, 1734-1759.

Pickering, Danby, and George K. Richards, ed. The Statutes at Large From the Magna Charta, to the End of the Eleventh Parliament of Great Britain, Anno 1761 (Continued to 1806). 109 Vols. Cambridge: J. Bentham, 1762-1869.

Machlinia, William de, ed. Nova Statuta, I Edward III to XXII Edward IV. n.p.: n.p., 1484.

Abstract: Text is in Middle French. The first printed collection of statutes, it contains two statutes (2 Rich. II cap. 7 and 8) omitted from later editions. Later edition published by Pynson (n.d.) covers the period 1 Edward III to 12 Henry VII. Statutes from Edward III to Richard III are in Latin and French, and those from 1-12 Henry VII are in English.

Pickering, Danby, and George K. Richards, ed. The Statutes at Large From the Magna Charta, to the End of the Eleventh Parliament of Great Britain, Anno 1761 (Continued to 1806). 109 Vols. Cambridge: J. Bentham, 1762-1869.

Ruffhead, Owen, ed. The Statutes at Large, From Magna Charta to the End of the (Reign of King George the Third.) 18 Vols. London: M. Basket, 1763-1800.

Abstract: These contain slightly abbreviated texts of Acts from 1235 to 1800. Vol. 1 in English, French, and Latin; Vol. 2 in English and French. A revised edition, edited by Charles Runnington, published 1786-1800.

Tomlins, Thomas E., and John Raithby, ed. The Statutes at Large, of England and of Great Britain: From Magna Carta to the Union of the Kingdoms of Great Britain and Ireland. 20 Vols. London : G. Eyre and A. Strahan, 1811.

Abstract: Vols. 1-2 edited by T. E. Tomlins; Vols. 3-20 edited by John Raithby.

Tomlins, Thomas E., William E. Taunton , and John Raithby, eds. The Statutes of the Realm. 11 Vols. London : History of Parliament, 1810.

Notes: Available online in British History Online at https://www.british-history.ac.uk/catalogue.asp?gid=83Abstract: Contents:

Vol. 1, 1101-1301, edited by Sir T.E. Tomlins and W.E. Taunton

Vol. 2, 1377-1503/04, edited by Sir T.E. Tomlins and W.E. Taunton

Vol. 3, 1509/10-1545, edited by Sir T.E. Tomlins and W.E. Taunton

Vol. 4, 1547-1624, edited by T.E. Tomlins

Vol. 5, 1625-1680, edited by John Raithby

Vol. 6, 1685-1694, edited by John Raithby

Vol. 7, 1695/6-1701, edited by John Raithby

Vol. 8, 1702-1707, edited by John Raithby

Vol. 9, 1708-1713, edited by John Raithby

The online version includes only the 9 volumes of statutes and not the final two volumes of indexes.

Bibliographies of English Law History

  • Maxwell, William H. A Legal Bibliography of the British Commonwealth of Nations. Volume 1: English Law to 1800. London: Sweet and Maxwell, 1955-
  • Beale, Joseph H. A Bibliography of Early English Law Books. Cambridge: Harvard University Press, 1926.
  • Winfield, Percy H. The Chief Sources of English Legal History. Cambridge: Harvard University Press, 1925.

Legal Materials

(Compiled by the University of South Caroline Gould School of Law) Maynard, John, ed. Year Books, or, Reports in the Following Reigns, With Notes to Brooke and Fitzherbert’s Abridgments: the Vulgate Edition of 1678-1680. 11 Vols. London: George Sawbridge, William Rawlins, and Samuel Roycroft, 1679-1680. Online Computer Library Center (OCLC) number (used in Worldcat): 31448622

Notes: Also available online in Early English Books Online (subscription database)Abstract: Reprinted in 2006, this is referred to as the “standard” or “vulgate” edition. It reprints some of the earliest black letter editions of the year books and repeats the gross errors of those black letter editions, with spelling errors, wrong insertions, and misleading cross references. There appears to have been no effort at proofreading. Contents:

Vol. 1, Memoranda in Scaccario 2-29 Edward I, and year books 1-19 Edward II (dated 1678)

Vol. 2, 1-10 Edward III

Vol. 3, 17-39 Edward III(omitting 19, 20, 31-37)

Vol. 4, 40-50 Edward III (called Quadragesms)

Vol. 5, Liber Assisarum, 1-50 Edward III

Vol. 6, 1-14 Henry IV and 1, 2, 5, 7, 8, 9 Henry V

Vol. 7, 1-20 Henry VI (omitting 5, 6, 13, 15-17)

Vol. 8, 21-39 Henry VI (omitting 23-26 and 29)

Vol. 9, 1-22 Edward IV

Vol. 10, Long Report of 5 Edward IV

Vol. 11, 1 Edward V, 1-2 Richard III,1-21 Henry VII (omitting 17-19) and 12, 13, 14, 18, 19, 26, 27 Henry VIII

Neilson, Nellie, ed. Year Book 10 Edward IV and 49 Henry VI (1470). The Selden Society (SS), 47 for 1930 (Year Book Series). London: Quaritch, 1931.

Renton, Alexander W., comp. The English Reports. 178 Vols. London: Stevens and Sons, 1900-1932. Online Computer Library Center (OCLC) number (used in Worldcat): 1470288

Notes: Also available online in Justis, HeinOnline, and LLMC-Digital (subscription databases)Abstract: Contains reprinted decisions of all English courts from 1220 to the commencement of the official Law reports in 1866. vols. 1-11, House of Lords; vols. 12-20, Privy Council; vols. 21-47, Chancery; vols. 48-55, Rolls Court; vols. 56-71, Vice-Chancellors’ Courts; vols. 72-122, King’s Bench Division; vols. 123-144, Common Pleas; vols. 145-160, Exchequer; vols. 161-167, Ecclesiastical, Admiralty, and Probate and Divorce; vols. 168-169, Crown cases; vols. 170-176, Nisi Prius. Volumes which contain reports prior to 1550 are: vols. 72-122 King’s Bench (1378-1865); vols. 123-144 Common Pleas (1486-1865); vols. 145-160 Exchequer (1220-1865) Only volumes 72 & 73 (Kings Bench), volume 145 (Exchequer) contain cases from the medieval period.

Seipp, David J., and John Maynard eds. Year Books, or, Reports in the Following Reigns, With Notes to Brooke and Fitzherbert’s Abridgments: the Vulgate edition of 1678-1680. 11 Vols. Clark, N.J.: Lawbook Exchange, 2007, 1678. Online Computer Library Center (OCLC) number (used in Worldcat): 76967165Abstract: Reprint of the vulgate edition. Each volume contains introductory notes on the history, content and significance of the year books by David Seipp and Carol F. Lee, as well as tables naming all justices and serjeants, and listing calendar years of law terms. It references Seipp’s online Index and Paraphrase of Printed Year Book Reports, 1268-1535 which indexes and summarizes almost all the cases in this edition.

Bibliographies of English Law History

  • Maxwell, William H. A Legal Bibliography of the British Commonwealth of Nations. Volume 1: English Law to 1800. London: Sweet and Maxwell, 1955-
  • Beale, Joseph H. A Bibliography of Early English Law Books. Cambridge: Harvard University Press, 1926.
  • Winfield, Percy H. The Chief Sources of English Legal History. Cambridge: Harvard University Press, 1925.

Resources

See Also

  • Estates (in this legal Encyclopedia)
  • Burglary (in this legal Encyclopedia)
  • Punishment (in this legal Encyclopedia)
  • Adultery (in this legal Encyclopedia)
  • Exchequer (in this legal Encyclopedia)

Comments

Leave a Reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *