The Charities of London, 1480-1660: The Aspirations and the Achievements of the Urban Society, Volume 2Offers a study of the origins of modern social and cultural institutions in England. This volume describes the vast charitable system which London created, examines the aspirations and the social philosophy of the merchant aristocracy which controlled its affairs, and seeks to assess the social dominance exerted by London in this era. |
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The Charities of London, 1480 - 1660: The Aspirations and the ..., Volume 2 W. K. Jordan Limited preview - 2013 |