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The World We Have Lost

Further Explored

Peter Laslett

Discover the world of pre-industrial England in The World We Have Lost. Peter Laslett's seminal work explores the intricate dynamics of family and class, as well as kinship and community during this time. Uncover the size and structure of families, the number and position of servants, and the elite minority of gentry. Explore conditions of work and social mobility, rates of migration, and the size and constituency of villages, cities and classes. An essential read for history enthusiasts.
Publish Date
1983-12-15T00:00:00.000Z
1983-12-15T00:00:00.000Z
first published in 1965
Goodreads Rating
3.67
ISBN
9780415315272
Recommendations
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Recommendations
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