Virginia Crossman Ordre des livres

The book provides the first detailed, comprehensive assessment of the ideological basis and practical operation of the poor law system in the post- Famine period in Ireland (1850-1914).

This is a study of the nature and operation of the poor law system in post- Famine ireland. Topics covered include the politicisation of the welfare system, the relief of distress, the provision of labourers' cottages and the role of women. -- .