A powerful polemic from the early era of enclosure reform, An Essay Proving That Inclosing Commons and Common-Field-Lands Is Contrary to the Interest of the Nation presents a case against enclosing common lands. The argument is built around economic and social concerns, focusing on how enclosure could hurt employment, reduce markets, and threaten rural livelihoods.
The book argues that keeping commons open supports widespread work in husbandry and crafts, helping many families rather than a few landowners. It questions whether switching to fenced pastures truly increases productivity or national well‑being. Throughout, the author contrasts the lives of small farmers and laborers with the gains claimed by large estates, urging compassion and a broader view of the public good.
What you’ll explore
- The relationship between land policy and employment in rural areas
- How enclosure might affect staple industries like wool, corn, and handicrafts
- Arguments about fairness, community welfare, and national prosperity
- Historical debates and responses from various commentators of the time
Ideal for readers interested in economic history, agrarian policy, and early modern debates about property and social obligation.
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Excerpt from An Essay Proving That Inclosing Commons and Common-Field-Lands Is Contrary to the Interest of the Nation
In which fome Pafi'ages in the New sj/iem of Agriculture, by 3. Laurence M. A. And in the Duty and Ofiice o a land-steward. By E. Laurence, Lan Surveyor, are ex amined.
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Excerpt from An Essay Proving That Inclosing Commons and Common-Field-Lands Is Contrary to the Interest of the Nation
The Numbers of industrious People are the Riches of a Nation, and therefore whatever tends to discourage their Industry, and reduce their Number, is detrimental to the Publick. Let us consider, if Inclosing Commons, and Common-field Lands, has not such a Tendency.
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This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works.
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Paperback. Condición: New. Print on Demand. This book thoughtfully examines the controversial and consequential topic of the enclosure of commons in 18th century England. At the time, this practice was presented as a means of increasing the value of land and improving agricultural output. However, the author argues persuasively that the widespread enclosure of common lands had a devastating impact on the rural poor and the nation as a whole. By examining historical records and personal accounts, the author demonstrates how this practice led to the displacement of countless families, the decline of traditional farming methods, and the loss of a vital source of sustenance for the poor. Ultimately, the book challenges the prevailing narrative of progress and prosperity associated with the enclosure movement, exposing the human cost of unchecked economic ambition and the importance of preserving shared resources for the benefit of all. 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. Nº de ref. del artículo: 9781330858455_0
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PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. Nº de ref. del artículo: LW-9781330858455
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