Charity and Bienfaisance

This book offers a detailed examination of charity and poor relief practices from 1750 until the Restoration of the Bourbon monarchy. It explores the socio-economic factors that influenced charitable actions and the evolution of welfare systems during this transformative period in history. Through historical context, the author highlights the interplay between social policies and the needs of the impoverished, providing insights into the changing attitudes towards charity and the role of government in supporting the needy.