9780259407560 - Where Men Decay: A Survey of Present Rural Conditions (Classic Reprint) di Pedder, Digby Cotes (3 risultati)

PAP. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condizione: New. Print on Demand. This book presents a critical examination of the social and economic conditions of rural England at the turn of the twentieth century. The author focuses specifically on the plight of the agricultural laborer, arguing that their lives are characterized by a pervasive sense of social degradation and economic hardship. The book draws upon a rich tapestry of observations and anecdotes to paint a stark picture of the relationship between the wealthy landowners and the laborers who work their fields. Through vivid descriptions of the farmers' condescending manners, their exploitation of female labor, and their willingness to deny their workers basic comforts, the author exposes a system that relies on both physical and psychological oppression. The author, echoing the concerns of his time, argues that the disappearance of the traditional gentry from rural communities has exacerbated the problems facing the laborers. While the gentry may have been paternalistic and often impractical in their dealings with their tenants, they provided a vital social buffer that the modern, profit-driven farmer lacks. This book offers a compelling and insightful exploration of the complexities of rural life in England during a time of profound social and economic change. The author's sharp observations and insightful analysis make this book essential reading for anyone interested in understanding the history of social class and its impact on the lives of ordinary people. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.