Memoranda Of The State Of The Parochial Registers Of Scotland (1849)

""Memoranda Of The State Of The Parochial Registers Of Scotland"" is a historical book written by William Barclay Turnbull in 1849. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the state of the parochial registers in Scotland during the 16th, 17th, and 18th centuries. It covers topics such as the history of parochial registers, the laws and regulations governing their creation and maintenance, and the challenges faced by parishes in keeping accurate records. The book also includes detailed information on the types of records kept, such as baptisms, marriages, and burials, and the various methods used to record this information. Additionally, the book provides insights into the social and cultural history of Scotland during this time period, including the impact of the Reformation on the creation and maintenance of parochial registers. Overall, ""Memoranda Of The State Of The Parochial Registers Of Scotland"" is a valuable resource for historians, genealogists, and anyone interested in the history of Scotland and its people.""This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.