Alan Macfarlane
The Origins of English Individualism: Family, Property and Social Transition.
- ISBN 13:
- 9780631127611
- author:
- Alan Macfarlane
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Basil Blackwell
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 1979
- Pages:
- 216
- Dimensions:
- 1.9 x 15.2 x 23.5 cm
- Genre:
- History, Other Historical Subjects, Historiography
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
The Origins of English Individualism: A Reappraisal of English Society This book examines the nature of English society during the five centuries leading up to the Industrial Revolution, highlighting the key differences between England and other European nations. Drawing on a range of sources, including parish studies, diaries, legal treatises, and foreign accounts, Alan Macfarlane challenges prevailing views of English history and its implications for our understanding of modern British and American society. By re-examining the framework of change in England, Macfarlane argues that there has been a fundamental misrepresentation of English history, with significant consequences for current theories on industrialization. This thought-provoking study offers a fresh perspective on the preconditions of industrialization and its impact on modern society. Published in 1979, this book provides a valuable insight into the complexities of English society during a pivotal period in history.
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