This rare and important historical text provides a valuable record of the state of Yorkshire in the mid-16th century. Compiled by local officials, the book features detailed genealogical information and descriptions of the region's landscapes and architecture. This new edition includes a detailed introduction and other contextual material, making it a valuable resource for historians and genealogists alike. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.