Peter Higginbotham
The Workhouse Encyclopedia
- ISBN 13:
- 9780750956710
- author:
- Peter Higginbotham
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- The History Press
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2014
- Pages:
- 480
- Dimensions:
- 2.5 x 17.1 x 24.1 cm
- Genre:
- History, Britain & Ireland, Ireland
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 6 working days
Description
The Workhouse Encyclopedia by Peter Higginbotham is a comprehensive guide to every aspect of workhouses and the poor relief system in Britain. This fully illustrated volume covers over 200 years of history, from the early 18th century to the late 19th century, providing detailed information on workhouse locations throughout the British Isles. With hundreds of interesting anecdotes and valuable resources for researchers, this book is an invaluable reference for family historians and those interested in social history. It includes workhouse locations, useful websites, archive repository details, maps, plans, original publications, and a extensive bibliography, making it an essential companion for anyone researching this period of British history. This A-Z encyclopedia is compiled by one of Britain's leading experts on the subject, Peter Higginbotham, ensuring that readers can trust the accuracy and authority of the information presented.
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