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First Report From Select Committee on the Poor Law Amendment Act - Softcover

With The Minutes Of Evidence

 
9781332187249: First Report From Select Committee on the Poor Law Amendment Act

Synopsis

This book analyzes the laws surrounding the Poor Law Amendment Act and its effects on the English people. This act gave power to commissioners to fashion new guidelines to reduce costs associated with the relief of the poor. The author delves into case studies of two towns and their implementation of the Act, along with the unintended consequences that arose. Through primary source material, this book provides insight into the tumultuous effects of legislation during a time of great economic hardship.

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