Black Book

== English == === Alternative forms === black book === Etymology === Either from the colour of the binding, or from the character of the contents. === Noun === Black Book (plural Black Books) (historical) Any of several books or documents of a political character, published at different times and for different purposes. A book compiled in the 12th century, containing a description of the court of exchequer of England, an official statement of the revenues of the crown, etc. A book containing details of the enormities practiced in the English monasteries and religious houses, compiled by order of their visitors under Henry VIII, to hasten their dissolution. A book of admiralty law, of the highest authority, compiled in the reign of Edward III. A book kept for the purpose of registering the names of persons liable to censure or punishment, as in the English universities, or the English armies. A 19th century book detailing the corruption and financial abuses of the British government. A book kept in the football with the United States President describing nuclear retaliation options. (by extension) A book critiquing or denouncing something. (occult) Any book dealing with necromancy. ==== Related terms ==== === Further reading === Black Book on Wikipedia.Wikipedia dissolution of the monasteries on Wikipedia.Wikipedia