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A historical account written in the early 20th century. The book examines the development and evolution of the public poor relief system in England, particularly from the 16th century onward. Leonard explores how legislative and municipal efforts shaped the relief mechanisms that addressed poverty, vagrancy, and the needs of the destitute population. At the start of the work, Leonard outlines