The Household Accounts of Lady Margaret Beaufort (1443-1509) From the Archives of St John's College, Cambridge.

"The Household Accounts of Lady Margaret Beaufort (1443-1509) From the Archives of St John's College, Cambridge" is a comprehensive volume edited by Susan Powell. The book contains one Latin and nine English documents that detail the purchases made for Lady Margaret Beaufort's households, including her personal book of receipts and expenses. The documents provide insights into Lady Margaret's charitable activities, her love for music and fine fabrics, and even the food served at her table. The volume also includes information about the individuals involved in recording and transcribing these accounts, as well as a glossary of terms and indices for further research. The publication of these account books offers valuable information about Lady Margaret Beaufort's households and the people she employed, providing a unique perspective on book patronage and the activities of printers and scribes during that time. [Extracted from the article]