The White Slaves of England (Classic Reprint): Compiled From Official Documents; With Twelve Spirited Illustrations: Compiled from Official Documents; ... Spirited Illustrations (Classic Reprint) - Softcover
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Exposing hidden chains in nineteenth‑century England A historical study that brings together official documents to reveal how power and privilege shaped the lives of working people. The book argues that systems of labor and governance treated many citizens as “slaves” within their own country, challenging readers to reexamine liberty and justice.
Through documentary evidence and historical analysis, this work lays out how the English labor market, parish settlements, and naval impressment affected everyday life. It contrasts the promises of freedom with the realities faced by workers, apprentices, and sailors, inviting readers to consider the costs of privilege and the value of collective rights.
The following themes form the core of the book’s examination:
- How labor freedom and wages shifted under different local and national policies
- The impact of parochial settlement on workers and communities
- The practice and exemptions of impressment in the naval service
- Connections between economic systems, class power, and personal liberty
Ideal for readers of history, social justice, and political reform who want to understand the roots of modern debates over freedom and inequality.
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The White Slaves of England: Compiled From Official Documents (Classic Reprint)
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Paperback. Zustand: New. Print on Demand. This book serves as a potent indictment of the British aristocracy and its systemic perpetuation of suffering among the working class in the 19th century. The author meticulously exposes the deplorable conditions endured by miners, factory workers, and agricultural labourers, painting a stark picture of a society where a privileged few thrive at the expense of the vast majority. The work delves into the historical roots of this oppressive system, tracing its origins to feudal land ownership practices and laws that concentrate wealth and power in the hands of a select elite. By drawing on firsthand accounts and official reports, the author reveals the grim realities of child labour, unsafe working environments, and inadequate wages that plague the lives of countless individuals. The thematic focus extends beyond mere economic hardship, exploring the moral and psychological consequences of such widespread exploitation. The author argues that the British aristocracy's relentless pursuit of profit has resulted in the dehumanization of the working class, stripping them of dignity, education, and hope for a better future. Ultimately, this book challenges readers to confront the uncomfortable truths about the human cost of unchecked power and privilege, urging a reevaluation of societal structures that perpetuate inequality and injustice. The author's insights remain relevant, serving as a reminder that the fight for social justice and equitable distribution of resources is an ongoing struggle. 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. Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers 9781330794623_0
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