Crime in Early Modern England 1550-1750 by James A Sharpe

Crime in Early Modern England 1550-1750 by James A Sharpe

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Summary

This work on crime in early modern England incorporates thinking on issues including gender and crime, and literary perspectives on crime. It uses court archives to capture the everyday lives of people who would otherwise have left little mark on the historical record.

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Crime in Early Modern England 1550-1750 by James A Sharpe

Still the only general survey of the topic available, this widely-used exploration of the incidence, causes and control of crime in Early Modern England throws a vivid light on the times. It uses court archives to capture vividly the everyday lives of people who would otherwise have left little mark on the historical record. This new edition - fully updated throughout - incorporates new thinking on many issues including gender and crime; changes in punishment; and literary perspectives on crime.
'well-written, well-organized, well-produced volume which will remain the standard student text for some time to come'  History
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ISBN 13 9780582238893
ISBN 10 0582238897
Title Crime in Early Modern England 1550-1750
Author James A Sharpe
Series Themes In British Social History
Condition Unavailable
Binding Type Paperback
Publisher Taylor & Francis Ltd
Year published 1998-11-04
Number of pages 296
Cover note Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary.