Readings In Economic And Social History
Condition: SECONDHAND
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Book: Good
Jacket: No dust jacket - some marks on spine and corners
Pages: Good
At the crossroads of human behaviour and historical forces, Readings in Economic and Social History presents a carefully curated anthology that illuminates the economic and social transformations of British society across several centuries. Selected and edited by M. W. Flinn, a distinguished Reader in Economic History at the University of Edinburgh, this collection assembles seminal primary and secondary texts that chronicle the lived experiences of ordinary and extraordinary people alike — from the labouring poor to the architects of industrial capitalism — offering students and scholars an indispensable gateway into the discipline. Flinn's editorial vision is both rigorous and accessible, drawing together a broad range of voices and perspectives that illustrate the complex interplay between economic structures and social change. His selections reflect a commanding understanding of British historiography, situating each reading within a wider analytical framework that rewards close study. Whether you are new to the field or a seasoned reader of historical literature, this anthology opens a compelling window onto the forces that shaped the modern world — and leaves you questioning how much, or how little, has truly changed.
Author: M. W. Flinn
Format: Hardback
Published: 1964, Macmillan & Co Ltd / St Martin's Press
Genre: History
Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: No dust jacket - some marks on spine and corners
Pages: Good
At the crossroads of human behaviour and historical forces, Readings in Economic and Social History presents a carefully curated anthology that illuminates the economic and social transformations of British society across several centuries. Selected and edited by M. W. Flinn, a distinguished Reader in Economic History at the University of Edinburgh, this collection assembles seminal primary and secondary texts that chronicle the lived experiences of ordinary and extraordinary people alike — from the labouring poor to the architects of industrial capitalism — offering students and scholars an indispensable gateway into the discipline. Flinn's editorial vision is both rigorous and accessible, drawing together a broad range of voices and perspectives that illustrate the complex interplay between economic structures and social change. His selections reflect a commanding understanding of British historiography, situating each reading within a wider analytical framework that rewards close study. Whether you are new to the field or a seasoned reader of historical literature, this anthology opens a compelling window onto the forces that shaped the modern world — and leaves you questioning how much, or how little, has truly changed.