Polyptyque De L’abbé Irminon

Polyptyque De L’abbé Irminon, Ou Etat Des Terres, Des Revenus Et Des Serfs De L’abbaye De Saint Germain-des-prés Sous Charlemagne, meticulously compiled by Benjamin Guérard, offers an invaluable glimpse into the economic and social structures of the Abbey of Saint-Germain-des-Prés during the reign of Charlemagne. This detailed survey, known as the Polyptych of Abbot Irminon, catalogs the lands, revenues, and serfs belonging to the abbey, providing a comprehensive snapshot of its vast holdings and complex relationships. Guérard’s work sheds light on medieval land tenure, agricultural practices, and the lives of the serfs who formed the backbone of the abbey’s labor force. By examining the Polyptych, readers gain insight into the workings of a major ecclesiastical estate and its role in the broader Carolingian economy. This historical document remains a cornerstone for understanding medieval social and economic history, offering researchers and enthusiasts a rich source of primary data and analysis.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 was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.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.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. 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.