"Fragmenta Antiquitatis: Or, Ancient Tenures of Land, and Jocular Customs of Manors" delves into the historical intricacies of land ownership and the quirky traditions that once governed English manors. Authored by Thomas Blount, with contributions from Josiah Beckwith and Hercules Malebysse Beckwith, this volume, originally published in 1815, offers a detailed exploration of ancient tenures and the unique customs associated with them.