Early Modern Spain: A Social History (Social History of Europe)
By James Casey.
Description
Early Modern Spain: A social History explores the solidarities which held the Spanish nation together at this time of conflict and change. The book studies the pattern of fellowship and patronage at the local level which contributed to the notable absence of popular revolts characteristic of other European countries at this time. It also analyses the Counter-Reformation, which transformed religious attitudes, and which had a huge impact on family life, social control and popular culture.Focusing on the main themes of the development of capitalism, the growth of the state and religious uphea...
ISBN(s)
0415206871, 9780415206877
