Publisher's Synopsis
The book titled ""Two Thousand Years of Gild Life or An Outline of the History and Development of the Gild System from Early Times"" is a comprehensive study of the gild system, which has been in existence for over two thousand years. The author, J. Malet Lambert, provides a detailed account of the history and evolution of the gild system, which was prevalent in medieval Europe and played a significant role in shaping the economic and social structure of society.The book covers the origins of the gild system, its early development, and its impact on the growth of trade and commerce. It also delves into the various types of gilds that existed, such as craft gilds, merchant gilds, and religious gilds, and their respective functions and roles in society.The author explores the legal framework that governed the gilds, including their charters, by-laws, and regulations. He also examines the relationships between the gilds and the state, as well as the conflicts that arose between different gilds.The book concludes with an analysis of the decline of the gild system in the modern era, as new forms of economic organization emerged. Overall, ""Two Thousand Years of Gild Life"" provides a fascinating insight into an important aspect of medieval history and is a valuable resource for scholars and students of economic and social history.With Special Reference To Its Application To Trade And Industry. Together With A Full Account Of The Gilds And Trading Companies Of Kingston-Upon-Hull, From The 14th To The 18th Century.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.
