Publisher's Synopsis
Commons and Common Fields: Or The History and Policy of the Laws Relating to Commons and Enclosures in England is a book written by Thomas Edward Scrutton in 1887. The book is a comprehensive study of the history and policy of the laws relating to commons and enclosures in England. It explores the various laws and regulations that have been put in place over the years to regulate the use of common lands and fields in England.The book begins with an introduction to the concept of common lands and fields, and the historical context in which they emerged. It then goes on to discuss the various laws and regulations that have been put in place over the years to regulate the use of common lands and fields, including the Enclosure Acts of the 18th and 19th centuries.Scrutton also explores the social and economic implications of these laws, including the impact they had on the rural poor and the agricultural industry in England. He argues that while the Enclosure Acts were intended to promote agricultural efficiency and productivity, they ultimately led to the displacement of small farmers and the concentration of land ownership in the hands of a few wealthy landowners.Overall, Commons and Common Fields is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history and policy of land use in England. It provides a detailed and insightful analysis of the laws and regulations that have shaped the use of common lands and fields in England, and the social and economic implications of these laws.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.
