Walton, John K.
Lancashire : A Social History, 1558-1939
- ISBN 13:
- 9780719017018
- author:
- Walton, John K.
- format:
- HardBack
- publisher:
- Manchester University Press
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 1988
- Pages:
- 406
- Dimensions:
- 156 mm X 234 mm
- Genre:
- Social history
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
A Social History of Lancashire, 1558-1939 by John K. Walton explores the complex social history of Lancashire, from the Elizabethan era to the early 20th century. This comprehensive study examines the impact of the Industrial Revolution on working-class living standards, the role of Puritan activism and Roman Catholicism in the county, and the long-term consequences of these factors. The book delves into the politics and power structures of Lancashire, as well as technological innovation and material wealth, providing a nuanced understanding of the county's unique social history. Walton's distinctive perspective sheds new light on the many areas of controversy surrounding the Industrial Revolution and its effects on Lancashire. By spanning the centuries from the 16th to the 20th, this social history offers a unique insight into the development of Lancashire, making it an essential read for anyone interested in the history of the region.
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