Social Problems and Policy During the Puritan Revolution

Originally published in 1930 and reprinted in 1966 this book focusses on the social and economic developments of the Puritan revolution - aspects which are often overlooked in favour of the political. Using archival resources, this study shows that the period 1640-1660 was one of change and experiment in the social as well as political sphere. Particular focus is given to the depression in industry and agriculture and the resultant increase in poverty and unemployment. The extent to which the traditional authority of church and state was weakened, is also discussed.

List of contents

1. The Influence of Religion and Philosophy on Social Development 2. Economic Conditions, 1640-60 3. The Land Problem 4. Industrial Policies and Developments 5. The Democratic Movement in the Gilds and City Government 6. The Relief of the Poor 7. Projects of Social Reform.

About the author

Margaret James was Assistant Lecturer in History at Royal Holloway and Bedford College, University of London

Summary

Originally published in 1930 this book focusses on the social and economic developments of the Puritan revolution – aspects which are often overlooked in favour of the political. Using archival resources, this study shows that the period 1640-1660 was one of change and experiment in the social as well as political sphere.

Product details

• Authors: Margaret James
• Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd.
• Languages: English
• Product format: Paperback / Softback
• Released: 01.09.2022
• EAN: 9780367610180
• ISBN: 978-0-367-61018-0
• No. of pages: 440
• Series: Routledge Library Editions: Puritanism
• Subjects: Humanities, art, music > History > Regional and national histories; England, European History, HISTORY / General, HISTORY / Modern / 17th Century, HISTORY / Europe / Great Britain / Stuart Era (1603-1714), LITERARY CRITICISM / Modern / 17th Century, British & Irish history, HISTORY / Europe / Great Britain / General, Early modern history: c 1450/1500 to c 1700, History and Archaeology, Early modern warfare (including gunpowder warfare), English Civil War, Civil wars