Power and Protest in England 1525-1640 by Alison Wall
Drawing on new research from local archives as well as reinterpretations of published literature, Power and the People describes how England remained governable between 1525 and 1640, despite the wars, famine, epidemics, and dynastic and religious crises of the period. The book surveys the mechanisms of authority at various levels, from the street and alehouse to the manor and the royal court. Maintaining order was a difficult challenge, given that England had no standing army or professional police, and Alison Wall investigates everything from the roles of village constables to the social cohesiveness that came from civic celebrations and participatory politics. Her book provides students with a rich perspective on the social world and political culture of early modern England.
'This is social history with the politics put back, and political history at its best' John Guy, Professor of Modern History, University of St. Andrews 'This judicious and perceptive survey will be essential reading for teachers and students. A thought-provoking synthesis which draws both on Dr Wall's own research and on extensive secondary reading.' History 'Every point raised is dealt with competently and with well-selected illustrative details.' The English Historical Review
Alison Wall is a former Lecturer in Modern History, Christ Church, Oxford.
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| ISBN 13 | 9780340610220 |
| ISBN 10 | 0340610220 |
| Title | Power and Protest in England 1525-1640 |
| Author | Alison Wall |
| Series | Reconstructions In Early Modern History |
| Condition | Unavailable |
| Binding Type | Paperback |
| Publisher | Bloomsbury Publishing PLC |
| Year published | 2000-09-29 |
| Number of pages | 232 |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
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