Society in the Elizabethan Age (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781161371635)

Society in the Elizabethan Age is a book written by Hubert Hall that provides a comprehensive overview of the social, cultural, and political landscape of England during the reign of Queen Elizabeth I. The book covers a wide range of topics such as the social hierarchy, the role of women, education, religion, and the arts. Hall's writing style is engaging and informative, making the book accessible to both scholars and general readers. He draws on a wide range of primary sources, including letters, diaries, and government documents, to provide a detailed and nuanced understanding of Elizabethan society. The book is divided into several chapters, each of which focuses on a different aspect of Elizabethan life. For example, one chapter explores the lives of the nobility and gentry, while another examines the experiences of the common people. Hall also devotes significant attention to the role of religion in Elizabethan society, discussing the tensions between Catholics and Protestants and the impact of the Reformation on English culture. Overall, Society in the Elizabethan Age is an excellent resource for anyone interested in the history of England during this fascinating period. It provides a rich and nuanced portrait of Elizabethan society that will be of interest to scholars, students, and general readers alike.1902. In these essays describing social life during the second half of the 16th century, the author has placed some familiar names in new characters before the reader. He presents this book in the hope of further proving that the original subject matter is not necessarily boring, but that the romance of society possesses greater and more lasting attractions than many conceptions of impossible humanity. The work is divided into three sections: in the country, in town and at the court. Illustrated.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.

Author: Hubert Hall
ISBN-10: 116137163X
ISBN-13: 9781161371635
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 05/23/2010
Pages: 330
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 2.31lbs
Size: 11.00h x 8.50w x 0.75d