The English Poor Law, 1531–1782 (New Studies in Economic and Social History, Series Number 9) 2nd Edition

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"Paul Slack's The English Poor Law, 1531-1782 is a well-informed and concise survey of recent scholarly research about social welfare legislation in early modern England." Elisabeth Cawthon, H-Net Reviews

"...this is an excellent book, especially for young scholars wishing to research the Old Poor Law. It provides a brief, yet thorough historical account, helpful bibliographic tools, and even a checklist of relevant statutes." David McCarter, Sixteenth Century Journal

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A concise synthesis of past work on a unique and important system of social welfare.
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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Cambridge University Press; 2nd edition (October 27, 1995)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Paperback ‏ : ‎ 88 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0521557852
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0521557856
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 4.3 ounces
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 5.5 x 0.22 x 8.5 inches
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