Chartvlarivm Ecclesiae Sancti Petri de Bvrgo Valentiae Ordinis Sancti Avgvstini

This volume brings to life a rare, twelfth‑century charter from the Church of Saint Peter at Bourg‑Valence, offering a window into the everyday governance of a medieval monastic community. The document outlines the selection, duties, and privileges of the prior, detailing everything from liturgical responsibilities to the management of lands, cellars, and communal funds. Readers will hear the rhythm of medieval canon law as it regulated everything from the first antiphon at night to the distribution of meat and fish at the refectory.

Accompanied by scholarly introductions, extensive notes, and a comprehensive index, the edition clarifies obscure terms and contextualizes the charter within the broader landscape of thirteenth‑century ecclesiastical practice. It shines a light on how priors balanced spiritual duties with economic oversight, illustrating the delicate interplay between religious authority and local feudal obligations. Ideal for anyone curious about medieval church administration, legal history, or the lived experience of monastic life.