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Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book is a passionate and historical examination of the institution of private land ownership, and its profound impact on the lives of ordinary people. The author argues that the concept of private property in land, rather than being a natural right, has its roots in a history of injustice and oppression. Drawing on centuries of English history, the author traces the evolution of land ownership from the feudal system to the rise of large estates, demonstrating how land became a tool for the wealthy to exploit and control the working class. The book delves into the social and economic consequences of this system, highlighting the resulting poverty, inequality, and dependence that it created. Examining the plight of agricultural laborers, urban tenants, and even the Highland crofters, the author reveals the insidious nature of a system that allows individuals to extract vast wealth from the land while leaving the majority of the population in a state of chronic hardship. This book offers a compelling and thought-provoking critique of the very foundations of land ownership, challenging readers to reconsider the impact of this seemingly natural institution on the well-being of society. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. N° de réf. du vendeur 9781333386986_0
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PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781333386986
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Vendeur : PBShop.store UK, Fairford, GLOS, Royaume-Uni
PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781333386986
Quantité disponible : 15 disponible(s)