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The volumes list the names and addresses of parishioners in the Diocese of Ossory (and to a lesser extent in the Diocese of Kildare and Leighlin). The lists were probably compiled by the Capuchin friars for the purposes of collecting quest money. The books are divided by geographical and administrative area (mainly townland and parish). Divisions include Rathdowney, Borris-in-Ossory, Castletown, Mountrath, Aghaboe (book IV); Bennetsbridge, Drumbell, Thomastown, Gowran, Castlewarren (book VI).

Quest collection books for Kilkenny city. The entries are listed under the family name of the residence (or business) and the (yearly) amount subscribed. The entries are primarily arranged by street name. Occasional reference is made to a Protestant or non-Catholic family.

A collection of quest books and street collection accounts associated with the Capuchin friars in Dublin.

Quest book for County Kilkenny. The volume is arranged by district (Inistioge, Graiguenamanagh and Bennets Bridge Village). The entries are listed under street name and (occasionally) house number, the name of the family (business or profession) and the amount subscribed.

Quest book for Kilkenny city. Manuscript title to front cover: ‘City Quest, Fr. Guardian’. The entries are listed under the family name of the residence (or business) and the amount subscribed.