Táto edícia skúma prepojenie medzi demografiou, ekonomikou a spoločenskými štruktúrami v minulosti. Ponúka hlboký vhľad do kľúčových aspektov ľudského života, ako sú rodinné väzby, sociálna starostlivosť a migrácia. Publikácie v sérii ukazujú, ako rôzne odbory, vrátane histórie, antropológie a ekonómie, prispievajú k lepšiemu pochopeniu minulých spoločností. Je to fascinujúca cesta do minulosti pre každého, koho zaujíma, ako sa ľudia organizovali a žili.
Focusing on Mussolini's Fascist regime, this book delves into the intricacies of its demographic policies. It explores how these policies aimed to reshape Italian society through population control, family incentives, and the promotion of a particular national identity. The analysis highlights the regime's strategies to influence birth rates and immigration, reflecting broader themes of power, ideology, and social engineering during a pivotal period in Italy's history.
Although Western societies cannot escape from images of famine in the present world, their direct experience with widespread hunger has receded into the past. England was one of the very first countries to escape from the shadow of famine and in this volume, a team of distinguished economic, social, and demographic historians analyze why. The contributors combine detailed local studies of individual communities, broader analyses of the impact of hunger and disease, and methodological discussions that explore the effect of crisis mortality on early modern societies. The essays examine the complex interrelationships among past demographic, social, and economic structures, and demonstrate that the impact of hunger and disease can provide a unique vehicle for an exploration of early modern society.
Examining the history of declining fertility rates in Britain from 1860 to 1940, this work integrates social sciences with demographic and gender history. Dr. Szreter challenges the traditional view of a uniform class-based decline, revealing diverse fertility regimes across over 200 occupational categories influenced by gendered labor markets and evolving family roles. Key findings highlight the significance of birth spacing and sexual abstinence among married couples. The book proposes a fresh perspective on fertility change, emphasizing the complex interplay of class, community, and feminism.
Social Change and Agrarian England, 1660-1900
Levels of employment, wage rates, welfare relief, sexual divisions of labor, apprenticeship patterns and seasonal economic fluctuations are included in this reassessment of the standard of living of rural labor during this period of England's industrialization.
This is an innovative analysis of the agrarian world and growth of government in early modern Germany through the medium of pre-industrial society's most basic material resource, wood. Paul Warde offers a regional study of southwest Germany from the late fifteenth to the early eighteenth century, demonstrating the stability of the economy and social structure through periods of demographic pressure, warfare and epidemic. He casts new light on the nature of 'wood shortages' and societal response to environmental challenge, and shows how institutional responses largely based on preventing local conflict were poor at adapting to optimize the management of resources.
This collection of inter-connected essays is concerned with the impact of social and economic change upon the rural labouring poor and artisans in England, and combines a sensitive understanding of their social priorities with innovative quantitative analysis. It is based on an impressive range of sources, and its particular significance arises from the pioneering use made of a largely neglected archival source - settlement records - to address questions of central importance in English social and economic history in the eighteenth and nineteenth centuries. Levels of employment, wage rates, poor relief, the sexual division of labour, the social consequences of enclosure, the decline of farm service and traditional apprenticeship, and the quality of family life are amongst the issues discussed in a profound re-assessment of a perennial problem: the standard of living (in its widest sense) of the labouring poor during the period of industrialisation. The author's conclusions challenge much of the prevailing orthodoxy, and his extensive use of literary and attitudinal material is closely integrated with the quantitative restatement of an interpretation that owes much to the older tradition of the Hammonds' Village Labourer. Annals of the Labouring Poor, first published in 1985 and the winner of the Royal Historical Society's Whitfield Prize for that year, is now available for the first time as a paperback.
In rural England prior to the Industrial Revolution people generally married when they were not busy with work. Parish registers of marriage therefore form an important and innovative source for the study of economic change in this period. Dr Kussmaul employs marriage dates to identify three main patterns of work and risk (arable, pastoral and rural industrial) and more importantly to show the long-term changes in economic activities across 542 English parishes from the beginning of national marriage registration in 1538. No single historical landscape emerges. Instead A General View of the Rural Economy of England, 1538-1840 maps the changes in economic orientation from arable through regional specialization to rural industrialization and explores how these changes had implications for the extent of population growth in the early modern period. Dr Kussmaul's study presents a view of early modern English economic history from a unique standpoint
The essay explores the intricate connections between subsistence, mortality, and population through biological, social, and cultural mechanisms. It delves into how these factors interact and influence each other, providing insights into the dynamics of human societies and their survival strategies.
This study offers a comprehensive examination of disease and mortality patterns in early modern England, analyzing geographical and demographic factors that influenced health outcomes. It highlights the interplay between social conditions and epidemiological trends, providing valuable insights into the public health landscape of the era. The research, first published in 1997, contributes to the understanding of historical health crises and their implications for contemporary public health discussions.
An innovative study examining the effects of nineteenth-century industrialisation on family life.
The book features a detailed table of contents that organizes its themes and topics, providing readers with a clear roadmap of the material covered. Each section is thoughtfully structured to enhance understanding and accessibility, guiding readers through the content systematically. The arrangement reflects the author's intent to facilitate learning and engagement with the subject matter.
The book explores the demographic transformations in England and Wales from 1837 to 1914, highlighting significant trends and shifts in population dynamics during this period. It delves into factors influencing population growth, migration patterns, and societal changes, offering insights into how these elements shaped the historical landscape of the region. Through detailed analysis, the author provides a comprehensive understanding of the interplay between population changes and broader historical events.
The study explores the efforts of English society to define and regulate misbehavior through the lens of rarely seen archival materials. It delves into the historical context of societal norms and the mechanisms employed to enforce behavior standards, shedding light on the complexities of social control in England.
The Manor and Liberty of Havering-Atte-Bower 1500 1620
Continuing from the acclaimed exploration of the Royal Manor of Havering, this sequel delves deeper into the social, economic, and political dynamics of the period from 1200 to 1500. It offers a rich analysis of community life, governance, and the evolving concept of autonomy within the manor. Through detailed research and engaging narrative, the book illuminates the complexities of medieval society and the interplay between local and royal powers, providing valuable insights into the historical context of the era.
Analyses the effects of the industrial revolution on London's working population.
The book explores the demographic strategies implemented by Mussolini's Fascist regime, analyzing how these policies aimed to influence population growth and societal structure. It delves into the ideological underpinnings of these strategies and their impact on Italian society during the era, providing insights into the intersection of politics, demographics, and national identity under Fascism. Through a critical lens, it assesses the effectiveness and consequences of these policies in shaping the population dynamics of the time.
In rural England prior to the Industrial Revolution people generally married when they were not busy with work. Parish registers of marriage therefore form an important and innovative source for the study of economic change in this period. Dr Kussmaul employs marriage dates to identify three main patterns of work and risk (arable, pastoral and rural industrial) and more importantly to show the long-term changes in economic activities across 542 English parishes from the beginning of national marriage registration in 1538. No single historical landscape emerges. Instead A General View of the Rural Economy of England, 1538–1840 maps the changes in economic orientation from arable through regional specialization to rural industrialization and explores how these changes had implications for the extent of population growth in the early modern period. Dr Kussmaul's study presents a view of early modern English economic history from a unique standpoint.
Focusing on the concept of 'proto-industrialisation', this study delves into the Kentish Weald's textile industry before the Industrial Revolution. It highlights the dual employment of textile workers and the region's cottage industry roots during the Tudor era. The analysis includes local landholding patterns, farming practices, and demographic factors that shaped rural industrialisation. By examining the socio-economic landscape, the author questions the validity of the 'proto-industrialisation' model and its implications for understanding rural manufacturing's evolution.
