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This work, first published in 1913, deals with the causes which led to the imposition of the various taxes which were levied down to and including the first income tax act (1799). Indeed, for an understanding of the system of taxation of the nineteenth century a knowledge... Read Full Overview

English taxation, 1640-1799. An essay on policy and opinion (1913). This book, "English taxation 1640-1799", by William Kennedy, is a replication of a book originally published before 1913. It has been restored by human beings, page by page, so that you may enjoy it in a form... Read Full Overview

This work, first published in 1913, deals with the causes which led to the imposition of the various taxes which were levied down to and including the first income tax act (1799). Indeed, for an understanding of the system of taxation of the nineteenth century a knowledge... Read Full Overview

In this groundbreaking study, Kennedy provides a detailed analysis of the history of British taxation during a critical period of social and political change. Drawing on a wealth of primary sources, he explores the underlying policies and the evolving popular attitudes towards... Read Full Overview

In this groundbreaking study, Kennedy provides a detailed analysis of the history of British taxation during a critical period of social and political change. Drawing on a wealth of primary sources, he explores the underlying policies and the evolving popular attitudes towards... Read Full Overview

First published in 1913.