At the cutting edge of new social and demographic history, this book provides a detailed picture of the most comprehensive system of poor relief operated by any

This comprehensive and beautifully illustrated collection of essays conveys a vivid picture of a fascinating and hugely significant period in history. Featuring

This collection of essays raises the profile of churchwardens’ accounts, much beloved by many local historians, yet not as well-known as the parish registers

Food crises have always tested societies. This volume discusses societal resilience to food crises, examining the responses and strategies at the societal level

Addresses a neglected element of English welfare history, examining the role and significance of English almshouses in the period 1550 - 1725 and the contributi