Hale Manuscript 194 is one of the Library’s finest manuscripts - a magnificent late C15th volume of statutes, richly decorated and gilded. Heidi Kinderman, who has made a special study of this and other examples from this golden age of manuscript production, will discuss the manuscript, its context and the tumultuous life of its first owner, John Neville, Marquess of Montagu.

The lecture will be followed by a reception in the Library and the chance to see a special display of some of the Inn’s most treasured mediaeval manuscripts.

Non-members of the Inn are welcome to attend.

Event Details

Date: Thursday 8 Febrary 2024

Registration opens: 5.45 pm

Lecture begins: 6.00 pm

Drinks reception: 7.00 pm

End: 8.00 pm

Venue: The Ashworth Centre, Lincoln's Inn

Cost: £15.00 (including drinks)

Admission will be for those who have booked via Eventbrite only. Please note, bookings will not be taken over the phone or via email for this event. The deadline to book will be Monday 5 February 2024.

Kindly note that it will not be possible to refund any places cancelled after Monday 5 February 2024.

If you have any questions about the event please contact Dunstan Speight via librarian@lincolnsinn.org.uk.

The Black Books Society aims to promote appreciation of the history and possessions of Lincoln’s Inn through a series of talks and lectures from members, researchers and academics

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