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Title:
Elizabethan England
From 'A Description of England,' by William Harrison
Note: Reading ease score: 63.1 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Credits: Chris Curnow and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team
Summary: "Elizabethan England" by William Harrison is a historical account edited from "A Description of England," showcasing the nuances of life during the Elizabethan era. Written in the late 16th century, this work provides a detailed observation of English society, culture, and governance at a time marked by significant social change and development. It encompasses various aspects of daily life from the structure of society to the roles of different classes, illustrated with anecdotes and reflections that highlight both the pride and the troubles of the English populace. The opening of "Elizabethan England" introduces readers to the complexities of societal hierarchy in England during this historical period. Harrison categorizes the population into distinct groups—gentlemen, citizens, yeomen, and laborers—explaining their roles and contributions to the commonwealth. He offers insights into the responsibilities of each class, the privileges they enjoyed, and the challenges they faced. Furthermore, he delves into the growth and decline of towns, emphasizing the strong connection between social status and economic activity, while critiquing the increasing disparity and struggles within the lower classes. Through its candid portrayal, the beginning sets the stage for a more profound exploration of the Elizabethan era's values, practices, and pivotal transformations. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Harrison, William, 1534-1593
Editor: Withington, Lothrop, 1856-1915
EBook No.: 32593
Published: May 30, 2010
Downloads: 351
Language: English
Subject: England -- Description and travel -- Early works to 1800
Subject: England -- Social life and customs -- 16th century
Subject: Elizabeth I, Queen of England, 1533-1603 -- Homes and haunts -- England
LoCC: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Great Britain, Ireland, Central Europe
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
Title:
Elizabethan England
From 'A Description of England,' by William Harrison
Note: Reading ease score: 63.1 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Credits: Chris Curnow and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team
Summary: "Elizabethan England" by William Harrison is a historical account edited from "A Description of England," showcasing the nuances of life during the Elizabethan era. Written in the late 16th century, this work provides a detailed observation of English society, culture, and governance at a time marked by significant social change and development. It encompasses various aspects of daily life from the structure of society to the roles of different classes, illustrated with anecdotes and reflections that highlight both the pride and the troubles of the English populace. The opening of "Elizabethan England" introduces readers to the complexities of societal hierarchy in England during this historical period. Harrison categorizes the population into distinct groups—gentlemen, citizens, yeomen, and laborers—explaining their roles and contributions to the commonwealth. He offers insights into the responsibilities of each class, the privileges they enjoyed, and the challenges they faced. Furthermore, he delves into the growth and decline of towns, emphasizing the strong connection between social status and economic activity, while critiquing the increasing disparity and struggles within the lower classes. Through its candid portrayal, the beginning sets the stage for a more profound exploration of the Elizabethan era's values, practices, and pivotal transformations. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Harrison, William, 1534-1593
Editor: Withington, Lothrop, 1856-1915
EBook No.: 32593
Published: May 30, 2010
Downloads: 351
Language: English
Subject: England -- Description and travel -- Early works to 1800
Subject: England -- Social life and customs -- 16th century
Subject: Elizabeth I, Queen of England, 1533-1603 -- Homes and haunts -- England
LoCC: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Great Britain, Ireland, Central Europe
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.