The British Census by Simon Smith (English) Paperback Book

Description: The British Census by Simon Smith A fascinating primer on how censuses have been taken in Britain over the last two centuries, and what they can tell us about the ways in which society has evolved. FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description The 21 censuses that have been conducted in Britain since 1801, have provided an invaluable insight into Britains social, political and economic history over the past 200 years. From their original purpose to assess how many men were fit for military duty in the Napoleonic wars, to being a necessary tool for determining government policy, the 10-yearly census return is a fascinating snapshot of the state of the population on a particular moment in each decade. The growth of Britains cities; the movement of population away from the countryside; the variety of peoples occupations; their way of life; and what religious beliefs they hold are all contained within the census reports. With the imminent publication of the 1921 census results, this will prove a useful introduction, both for those interested in general trends in social history, and those researching family history. Author Biography Simon Smith taught English at Brighton College for many years and was Second Master. Latterly he has undertaken educational consultancy work to help establish Free Schools in London and he is a governor of two schools, Chairman of the Kemp Town Society and author of a History of St Johns, Brighton. Table of Contents The Bible, Domesday and ParishesMalthus and Rickman: Fathers of the CensusThe Victorian AgeSuffragettes and the World at WarPost-World War CensusesThe Twenty-first CenturyFamily History and the CensusFurther ReadingPlaces to VisitIndex Review This is a thorough introduction for anyone wanting to understand what the British census has achieved and continues to achieve. -- Trevor James * The Historian *A thoroughly interesting read from start to finish. * Family and Community Historical Research Society Newsletter * Promotional A fascinating primer on how censuses have been taken in Britain over the last two centuries, and what they can tell us about the ways in which society has evolved. Review Quote This is a thorough introduction for anyone wanting to understand what the British census has achieved and continues to achieve. Promotional "Headline" A fascinating primer on how censuses have been taken in Britain over the last two centuries, and what they can tell us about the ways in which society has evolved. Feature Family history continues to be a very popular pastime and The British Census will tie into that interest. Details ISBN1784424579 Author Simon Smith Pages 64 Series Shire Library Language English Year 2021 ISBN-10 1784424579 ISBN-13 9781784424572 Format Paperback Series Number 885 Imprint Shire Publications UK Release Date 2021-05-27 Place of Publication London Country of Publication United Kingdom NZ Release Date 2021-05-27 Illustrations Fully illustrated throughout Publisher Bloomsbury Publishing PLC Publication Date 2021-05-27 DEWEY 929.341 Audience General AU Release Date 2021-08-02 We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:131962868;

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