Eric L. Jones Knihy

Focusing on the obstacles to economic growth, this book presents a fresh perspective on industrial revolution narratives by emphasizing the slow dissolution of these barriers rather than just highlighting positive forces. It explores early resource misallocations and nineteenth-century reforms in the first section, while the second section addresses physical impediments like natural disasters. By offering insights often overlooked in traditional economic history, it serves as a valuable resource for academic historians, economists, and students in related fields.

Focusing on the interplay between economic activity and environmental factors, this book explores the historical landscape and rural economy of southern England through case studies. It delves into the relationship between documentary and landscape evidence, drawing from extensive firsthand observations of various sites. Key themes include the reclamation of land, the impact of enclosure on communal farming, and the ecological implications of economic decisions, alongside intriguing historical puzzles related to rural economies and practices like wool-stapling and gunstock manufacturing.