Routledge Penury into Plenty - Early Modern England History

Explore the cultural meanings of famine and scarcity in this academic study from Routledge. Penury into Plenty: Dearth and the Making of Knowledge in Early Modern England provides an original examination of the socio-economic and ecological crises that defined the 1590s in England. This book investigates how widespread fears of famine influenced everyday activities and the development of knowledge. By analyzing the remedial measures taken by people during this period, the text illustrates a deep commitment to resource management. Readers will gain insight into the theories and publications of Sir Hugh Platt, a prolific dearth scientist of the era. This work is an essential resource for those studying the history of economics, ecology, and social responses to crisis in early modern history.