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The Tallow Chandlers of London: the Mystery in the Making[V.1]; the Crown, the City and the Crafts[V.2]; the Guild Catholic[V.3]; Ebb and Flow[V.4]. Volumes were published in 1970, 1972, 1973 and 1977 consecutively. . 96, 144, 160, 364pp. 4 vols. Quarto.

Synopsis

Title: The Tallow Chandlers of London, Volumes 1-4
Author/Publisher: Randall Monier-Williams / Kay & Ward Ltd
Publication Year: 1970
Format: Four quarto volumes, each hardcover with a dust jacket, totalling 764 pages

Presented here is a comprehensive historical work, 'The Tallow Chandlers of London', an extensive four-volume non-fiction set by Randall Monier-Williams. Published by Kay & Ward Ltd, the series delves into the rich and intricate history of one of London's venerable livery companies.

Spanning from its origins, with the initial volume appearing in 1970, this original collection traces the multifaceted journey of the Tallow Chandlers through centuries of English history. It offers a detailed account for those with a keen interest in world history, particularly the development of London's guilds and trades.

This vintage set is a testament to dedicated historical research, meticulously chronicling the evolution and influence of a significant craft and its associated institution within the capital.

• Foundations and Early Development: The initial volume, 'The Mystery in the Making', explores the very genesis of the Tallow Chandlers, detailing their establishment and the early growth of their trade and influence within London's burgeoning guild system.
• Civic Life and Craftsmanship: Volume Two, 'The Crown, the City and the Crafts', meticulously examines the company's interconnections with royal authority, its role in the civic administration of the City of London, and the development of the chandlery craft itself.
• Religious and Social Dynamics: The third volume, 'The Guild Catholic', sheds light on the religious aspects and social fabric of the Tallow Chandlers, likely exploring their affiliations and the impact of broader religious shifts on the guild's identity and practices.
• Later Eras and Adaptations: Concluding the series, 'Ebb and Flow' covers the later periods of the company's existence, charting its challenges, transformations, and enduring legacy through changing times, offering a complete historical arc.

As an original, vintage, and complete set of an important non-fiction work, 'The Tallow Chandlers of London' stands as an invaluable resource for historians, genealogists, and collectors of antiquarian books focusing on British social and economic history. Its in-depth exploration of a specific London livery company offers a unique lens through which to understand the broader narrative of the city and its trades.

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