Some Early Tracts on Poor Relief

By F R Salter

"Some Early Tracts on Poor Relief" is a significant collection of primary source documents that explore the historical development of social welfare and the administration of charity. Compiled and edited by F.R. Salter, this work presents a selection of influential pamphlets and legislative tracts that shaped early modern attitudes toward the impoverished. These texts provide a fascinating look at the shift from private, faith-based charity to more organized, state-led systems of public assistance, reflecting the complex social and economic anxieties of the era.

The volume covers a range of perspectives, from municipal regulations to philosophical arguments concerning the deserving versus the undeserving poor. By examining these early debates, the book offers valuable insights into the origins of modern social policy and the evolving role of the state in mitigating economic hardship. "Some Early Tracts on Poor Relief" remains an essential resource for students of social history, political science, and the history of economic thought, providing direct access to the foundational ideas that continue to influence contemporary discussions on social justice and public welfare.

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• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1025373928
• ISBN13: 9781025373928
• Release Date: February 2026
• Publisher: Tradd Street Press
• Length: 164 Pages
• Weight: 0.91 lbs.
• Dimensions: 9.2" x 0.4" x 6.1"