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The late 18th century saw a significant increase in relief generosity for able-bodied paupers under the Poor Law of 1597. This book examines the political motivation, regional variations and the economic and demographic impact of relief until its abolition in 1834.Boyer, George R. is the author of 'Economic History of the English Poor Law, 1750-1850', published 2006 under ISBN 9780521031868 and ISBN 0521031869.
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