The Hungry Forties, Life Under The Bread Tax: Descriptive Letters And Other Testimonies From Contemporary Witnesses (1904)

By Jane Cobden Unwin

Book Overview

The Hungry Forties, Life Under The Bread Tax: Descriptive Letters And Other Testimonies From Contemporary Witnesses (1904) is a book written by Mrs. Cobden Unwin. The book provides a comprehensive description of the life of people in the 1840s, a period in history known as ""The Hungry Forties."" During this time, the British government imposed a tax on bread, which made it difficult for the working class to afford this basic necessity. The book includes letters and testimonies from contemporary witnesses who lived through this period, providing a firsthand account of the struggles they faced. The book sheds light on the social, economic, and political conditions of the time and highlights the impact of government policies on the lives of ordinary people. The Hungry Forties, Life Under The Bread Tax is a valuable historical document that provides insight into a crucial period in British history.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1164899562
• ISBN13: 9781164899563
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 278 Pages
• Weight: 0.83 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"