Popular Recreations In English Society 1700–1850 by Robert W. Malcolmson
Pastimes and Class Consciousness in the Georgian and Victorian Eras
This insightful historical analysis delves into the evolution of leisure activities and public entertainments in England from the early 18th to the mid-19th century. It explores how societal changes, including urbanization, industrialization, and shifts in social norms, influenced the nature and accessibility of popular pastimes. The narrative highlights the transformation of traditional rural festivities into more organized and commercialized forms of recreation, reflecting broader cultural and economic trends of the period. Through vivid descriptions and detailed accounts, the book paints a comprehensive picture of how recreational practices mirrored the dynamic social landscape of the time.
- Published
- 1973
- Nationality
- British
- Length
- Short
- Pages
- 200-250
- Original Language
- English
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