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Crime and Mentalities in Early Modern England
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This book delves into the cultural contexts surrounding law-breaking and criminal prosecution in England from 1550 to 1750. It examines how societal norms, values, and perceptions of crime evolved during this period, shedding light on the relationship between crime and culture. By analyzing historical cases and legal practices, the author reveals the complexities of justice and societal response to transgressions, providing a nuanced understanding of how crime was viewed and dealt with in early modern England.
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Crime and Mentalities in Early Modern England, Malcolm Gaskill
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- 2002
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- Title
- Crime and Mentalities in Early Modern England
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Malcolm Gaskill
- Publisher
- Cambridge University Press
- Released
- 2002
- Format
- Hardcover
- Pages
- 396
- ISBN13
- 9780521572750
- Category
- World history
- Description
- This book delves into the cultural contexts surrounding law-breaking and criminal prosecution in England from 1550 to 1750. It examines how societal norms, values, and perceptions of crime evolved during this period, shedding light on the relationship between crime and culture. By analyzing historical cases and legal practices, the author reveals the complexities of justice and societal response to transgressions, providing a nuanced understanding of how crime was viewed and dealt with in early modern England.