Coke Of Norfolk 1754 1842

First modern biography of Thomas William Coke, first earl of Leicester, who revolutionised agricultural practices and became an outspoken critic of Britain's war against America over independence.

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Farmers held a pivotal role in the capitalist agriculture that emerged in England in the eighteenth century, yet they have attracted little attention from rural historians. Farmers made agriculture happen. They brought together the capital and the technical and management skills which allowed food to be produced. It was they - and not landowners - who employed and supervised labour. They accepted the risk inherent in agriculture, paying largely fixed rents out of fluctuating and uncertain incomes. They are the rural equivalent of the small businessman with his own firm, employing people and producing for markets, sometimes distant ones. Our ignorance of the farmer might be justified by the claim that they are ill-documented, but in fact farmers were normally literate and kept records - day books, journals, accounts. This volume goes some way to counter the claim that a history of the farmer cannot be written by showing the range of materials available and the diversity of approaches which can be employed to study the activities and actions of individual farmers from the sixteenth century onwards. Farm records offer invaluable insights into the farming economy which are available nowhere else. In this volume accounts are used in a variety of ways - as the means to access single farms, but also in gross, as a national sample of accounts, to reveal regional variation over time. For the later nineteenth and twentieth centuries the range of sources available increases enormously and farmers - indeed farmer's wives too - emerge as articulate commentators on their own position, using correspondence to outline their difficulties in the First World War. Some even developed second careers as newspaper columnists and journalists. This book focuses attention back on the farmer and, it is hoped, will help to restore farmers to their rightful position in history as rural entrepreneurs.

This second volume on Norfolk provides a comprehensive survey from prehistoric times to the present day. The 17th- and 18th-century treasures of King's Lynn are explored, as well as the market towns of Swaffham and Wymondham. Castle remains and medieval churches are also explored.

The Rough Guide to Norfolk & Suffolk focuses on one of England's most distinctive and resurgent regions. Lively, entertaining accounts cover all attractions, from the stunning coastal resorts and the unique wildlife of the Norfolk Broads to stately homes, medieval churches, and art galleries. Detailed restaurant and pub reviews highlight the area's gastronomic renaissance, and all the best farmers markets, farm shops, and real-ale breweries are included. The guide also has suggestions on the best things to do with the kids, from getting out on the river to visiting theme parks and family attractions. It is easy to use, too, with every attraction, pub, and restaurant located on clear, user-friendly maps. Make the most of your time with The Rough Guide to Norfolk & Suffolk.

The Rough Guide to Norfolk & Suffolk focuses on one of the UK's most popular regions. In full colour throughout, with dozens of gorgeous photos, it will inspire you to explore this diverse and beautiful area. Lively, entertaining accounts in Rough Guides' signature honest, forthright style cover attractions from the unique wildlife of the Norfolk Broads to stunning coastal resorts and stately homes, art galleries and churches - Norfolk has the densest concentration of medieval churches in the world. Detailed reviews show you the area's gastronomic highlights and we list the best farmers' markets, farm shops and real-ale breweries. The guide also has suggestions on the best things to do with the kids, from getting out on the river to visiting theme parks and family attractions. As well as all the vital practical information you'll need, The Rough Guide to Norfolk & Suffolk is packed with contextual information on the region's fascinating history, architecture and strong artistic and literary connections. The guide is easy to use, too, with plenty of full-colour maps showing sights and listings.

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