Chartism

NOTE EDITORE

Chartism is an essential introduction to the movement, and examines the controversial debates surrounding the topic. As well as providing a concise period background, the author includes discussion of:* the Chartists' economic, legislative and political goals* patterns of regional and local support* reasons for the Chartist decline* the success of Chartism in the light of its goals and its influence over the Poor Law, Corn Laws, trade unions and factory reform* the languages of Chartism - songs, gesture and propaganda.

SOMMARIO

Introduction 1 Chartism in Outline 2 Chartist Goals 3 Chartist Strategies 4 Repression and Concession: the state and Chartism 5 Chartism in Perspective

AUTORE

Walton, John

ALTRE INFORMAZIONI

• Condizione: Nuovo
• ISBN: 9781138160644
• Collana: Lancaster Pamphlets
• Dimensioni: 8.5 x 5.5 in Ø 1.00 lb
• Formato: Copertina rigida
• Pagine Arabe: 96