The Village Community - George Laurence Gomme - Bog

The Village Community: With Special Reference To The Origin And Form Of Its Survivals In Britain is a book written by George Laurence Gomme that explores the history and evolution of the village community in Britain. Gomme delves into the origins of the village community, tracing its roots back to prehistoric times and examining its development through the medieval period and into modern times. He examines the various forms that the village community has taken over the centuries, including the manorial system, the open-field system, and the enclosure system. Gomme also explores the social, economic, and political structures of the village community, including the role of the lord of the manor, the village council, and the various trades and professions that existed within the community. Throughout the book, Gomme provides detailed descriptions of the various customs, traditions, and practices that have survived within the village community in Britain, and he discusses how these traditions have influenced modern society. The Village Community is a comprehensive and insightful study of one of the most enduring and important social institutions in British history.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.