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William Langland — 15th century, first half; England

MS. Bodl. 814

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Title

William Langland — 15th century, first half; England

Shelfmark

MS. Bodl. 814

Place of origin

England

Date

13th century (?)

15th century, first half

Language

Middle English (1100-1500)

Latin

Contents

William Langland Piers Plowman
MS. Bodl. 814, flyleaves
Sermons

Form

codex

Support

parchment

Physical extent

iv + 98 leaves

Decoration

Penwork (border and initials)

Acquisition

Presented by Sir Richard Worseley in 1607

Provenance

'This booke apartanithe vntoe Thomas Hobsun', 16th century

There are scribbles on fols 92v-94, including 'Henrye Heyghte'

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  • Worsley, Sir Richard, of Appuldurcombe, 1588-1621

  • Hobsun, Thomas, 16th century

  • Langland, William, 1330?-1400?

  • Heyghte, Henry, 16th century

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