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Bibliographic Details

Title: The Rural Problem (Classic Reprint)
Publisher: Forgotten Books
Publication Date: 2018
Language: English
ISBN 10: 1333263430
ISBN 13: 9781333263430
Binding: Soft cover
Condition: Like New

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A clear, case-based look at rural life in early 20th-century Britain and the policies that shape it.

This study examines the social and economic challenges facing farm workers, village churches, and small communities, showing how wages, advancement, education, and association affect life in the countryside. It blends analysis with historical context to outline what keeps rural Britain resilient and what holds it back.

The book surveys how wages rise and fall, the limits on social mobility for laborers, and the ways farmers and unions may shape pay and conditions. It also explores village religion, education, and culture, arguing that unity and practical association are essential for revitalizing rural life. Throughout, the author highlights what new forms of organization could mean for workers, farmers, and communities alike.

How wages and labor markets influence who returns to farming after disruption
The limited paths for a laborer to move into higher roles on small or mid-sized farms
The role of education, religion, and community clubs in sustaining village life
The potential of cooperative approaches and new associations to improve rural prospects

Ideal for readers of social history, rural policy, and early 20th-century Britain.

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