Book contents
- The Experience of Work in Early Modern England
- The Experience of Work in Early Modern England
- Copyright page
- Contents
- Figures
- Tables
- Preface
- Note on the text
- Abbreviations
- Introduction
- 1 Uncovering the World of Work
- 2 Working People
- 3 Places of Work
- 4 Rhythms of Work
- 5 Housework and Carework
- 6 Agriculture and Food Production
- 7 Crafts and Construction
- 8 Commerce and Money Management
- Conclusion
- Appendices
- Bibliography
- Index
- References
Bibliography
Published online by Cambridge University Press: 19 September 2025
Book contents
- The Experience of Work in Early Modern England
- The Experience of Work in Early Modern England
- Copyright page
- Contents
- Figures
- Tables
- Preface
- Note on the text
- Abbreviations
- Introduction
- 1 Uncovering the World of Work
- 2 Working People
- 3 Places of Work
- 4 Rhythms of Work
- 5 Housework and Carework
- 6 Agriculture and Food Production
- 7 Crafts and Construction
- 8 Commerce and Money Management
- Conclusion
- Appendices
- Bibliography
- Index
- References
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