The Foundations of Modern Wales 1642-1780

by Geraint H. Jenkins

Book Overview

Between 1642 and 1780, powerful social forces transformed Wales from an impoverished, downtrodden, and sleepy nation to one on the threshold of unprecedented social, economic, and political change. Drawing on an extensive range of original and published material, Jenkins reveals how demographic growth, agrarian advancements, the development of heavy industries and trade, and improved communications created the foundation for modern Wales. Among the...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0192852787
• ISBN13: 9780192852786
• Release Date: March 1993
• Publisher: Oxford University Press, USA
• Length: 504 Pages
• Weight: 0.70 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.1" x 5.0" x 8.0"