Letter to Thomas Spring Rice, Esq. M. P. &C. &C. On the Establishment of a Legal Provision for the Irish Poor, and on the Nature and Destination of Church Property (Classic Reprint) - Softcover
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A thoughtful look at Ireland’s poor laws and church revenue
This historical essay argues for a clear legal provision to aid the Irish poor and examines how church property could help fund relief. It presents the range of opinions from witnesses and lays out both arguments for and against a formal poor-rate.
In clear, accessible prose, the author analyzes the state of poverty in Ireland, the limits of voluntary charity, and the potential impact of government action. The text surveys economic ideas, religious duties, and the rightful role of property in sustaining life and social order, offering a perspective on welfare that blends policy discussion with moral considerations.- Overview of competing views on a legal provision for the poor in Ireland
- Discussion of church revenues, tithes, and how property could fund relief
- Arguments about the balance between property rights and public welfare
- Reflection on historical and moral responsibilities to the vulnerable
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book examines the case for and against the implementation of a Poor Law for early 19th century Ireland, exploring the ethical and socio-economic implications of such a move. The author considers the relative merits of the English Poor Law system, contrasting it with the unique challenges faced by Ireland at the time. The author grapples with questions of poverty, hunger and destitution, using evidence from government reports and the testimonies of witnesses before the House of Commons Select Committee. The book offers a considered perspective on the potential benefits and pitfalls of introducing a formal system of poor relief, assessing the impact on the landed gentry, the industrial working class, and the most vulnerable members of Irish society. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9781330947890_0
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