Hanging with History

The State and the Industrial Revolution, Part 1


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We take a close look at local government during the 1700-1850 period.  What work happened at the parish level?  

The Poor Laws, a unique British institution, are examined for their possible contribution to the Industrial Revolution.  Also, the private provision of public goods.

We also look at whether a more agentic population, free to act, because unlike on the continent, they don't need permission for everything, contributes to the miracle as well.

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Hanging with HistoryBy Harald Hansen

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