Providing for the Poor The Old Poor Law, 1750-1834

The Old Poor Law in England and Wales, administered by the local parish, dispensed benefits to paupers providing a uniquely comprehensive, pre-modern system of relief. Remaining in force until 1834, the law provided goods and services to keep the poor alive. Combining short- and long-form articles a...

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Other Authors:	Collinge, Peter (Editor), Falcini, Louise (Editor)
Format:	Electronic Book Chapter
Language:	English
Published:	London University of London Press 2022
Series:	New Historical Perspectives
Subjects:	Social & cultural history Poverty & unemployment poverty urban poor London British cities The Old Poor Law sixpence workhouse paupers vagrancy Bedlam poor women work labour class poor relief dress history unmarried women illegitimate children
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Providing for the Poor The Old Poor Law, 1750-1834

Published 2022

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Electronic Book Chapter

Providing for the Poor The Old Poor Law, 1750-1834

Published 2022

DOAB: download the publication
DOAB: description of the publication

Electronic Book Chapter

Providing for the Poor The Old Poor Law, 1750-1834

Providing for the Poor The Old Poor Law, 1750-1834

Providing for the Poor The Old Poor Law, 1750-1834

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