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The Making of the Irish Poor Law, 181543
(Hardback)
Publishing Details
Full Title:
The Making of the Irish Poor Law, 181543
Contributors:
By (Author) Peter Gray
Publisher:
Manchester University Press
Imprint:
Manchester University Press
Publication Date:
3rd March 2009
Country:
United Kingdom
Classifications
Physical Properties
Physical Format:
Hardback
Number of Pages:
392
Dimensions:
Width 156mm, Height 234mm
Description
Presents an account of the origins and introduction of the Irish Poor Law. This book examines the debates preceding and surrounding the 1838 act on the nature of Irish poverty and the responsibilities of society towards it. It describes the implementation of the Poor Law between 1838 and 1843 under the controversial direction of George Nicholls.
Author Bio
Peter Gray is Professor of Modern Irish History at Queens University Belfast
