The Acts of the High Commission Court within the Diocese of Durham is a historical book written by William H. D. Longstaffe. The book provides a detailed account of the workings of the High Commission Court in the Diocese of Durham during the 16th and 17th centuries. The High Commission Court was established by Queen Elizabeth I in 1559 to enforce the religious policies of the Church of England. The court was responsible for investigating and punishing religious dissenters, non-conformists, and other individuals who were deemed to be a threat to the established church. The Acts of the High Commission Court within the Diocese of Durham is a compilation of the court’s records, including transcripts of trials, depositions, and other legal documents. The book provides a unique insight into the religious and political climate of the time, as well as the attitudes and beliefs of the people who lived during this period. The book is divided into several chapters, each of which focuses on a different aspect of the court’s activities. The first chapter provides an overview of the court’s history and its role in enforcing religious conformity. The subsequent chapters cover topics such as the court’s procedures, the types of cases that were heard, and the punishments that were meted out to offenders. Overall, The Acts of the High Commission Court within the Diocese of Durham is an important historical document that sheds light on a little-known aspect of English history. The book is a valuable resource for historians, scholars, and anyone interested in the history of religion and politics in England.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.
