Publisher's Synopsis
This volume completes the edition of the earliest surviving minute book of the borough of Grantham (1633-1704).  It takes up the story of the town's government at the point where the Restoration settlement was taking effect and continues through the dramatic events of 1685-88 when King James II sought to impose a more centralised control over the cities and boroughs of the kingdom. Subsidiary themes include the precautions against plague in 1665; shortage of coinage, leading to the issue and recall of the town's half-pennies in 1667-74; references to non-conformity in 1668-69 and the lives of some of the Corporation members.  The text, transcribed in full, is accompanied by a detailed introduction, setting the governance of Restoration Grantham in its wider context.
 
Boydell & Brewer Ltd.; 2022. No. 110. Hardcover with dust cover. Near fine. Published for the Lincoln Record Society. Dust cover very slightly has shelf-wear to top spine. Pre-owned. ISBN: 9781910653081