Chapters of the Augustinian Canons (Canterbury & York Society)

Includes an editorial introduction by H.E. Salter and an appendix of documents connected with the chapters. The first General Chapter of the Augustinian Order in England, intended to regulate the affairs of the Order, took place in 1217. The records of this and subsequent meetings and legislation (the last document dates from 1518) formthe substance of this book, together with documents relating to the holding of General Chapters.