9780243182411 - The Quit-Rent System in the American Colonies (Classic Reprint) de Jr., Beverley W. Bond (3 resultados)

PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condición: New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the surprisingly complex history of quit-rents, a seemingly minor land tax that played a significant role in the American colonies. Tracing the evolution of quit-rents from their medieval origins in England to their implementation in the New World, the author reveals how this feudal relic became a point of contention between colonists and proprietors, and later, the crown. More than just a financial burden, quit-rents represented a tangible symbol of colonial dependence on the mother country. This book explores how this seemingly trivial detail of land ownership fueled discontent and contributed to the growing desire for independence among colonists. By shedding light on this often overlooked aspect of colonial life, this book offers a fresh perspective on the pre-Revolutionary period and the struggle for self-governance in America. It demonstrates how seemingly mundane aspects of daily life can be deeply intertwined with larger historical forces, shaping the course of events in profound ways. 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.