A History Of The Scotch Poor Law, In Connection With The Condition Of The People (1856)

""A History of the Scotch Poor Law, in Connection with the Condition of the People"" is a book written by George Nicholls in 1856. It provides a comprehensive account of the development of the Scottish Poor Law system and its impact on the lives of the people of Scotland. The book covers the period from the 16th century to the mid-19th century, tracing the evolution of the poor relief system from its early origins to the establishment of the Poor Law Commission in 1845. The author explores the social and economic conditions that led to the creation of the poor relief system, and the various approaches that were taken to address poverty and destitution over the centuries. He examines the role of the church, the state, and private charities in providing relief to the poor, and the tensions and conflicts that arose between these different actors. Nicholls also provides a detailed analysis of the Poor Law Commission's work in Scotland, including its efforts to reform the system and improve the conditions of the poor. He examines the debates and controversies that surrounded the Commission's work, as well as the impact of its policies on the lives of the people of Scotland. Overall, ""A History of the Scotch Poor Law, in Connection with the Condition of the People"" offers a fascinating insight into the history of social welfare in Scotland, and the complex relationship between poverty, politics, and social change. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of social policy, as well as those interested in Scottish history and culture.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.