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“The Corn Laws” delves into a pivotal era of British history, exploring the controversial legislation that governed the import and export of grain in the United Kingdom. Penned by Mary M. Howe Shelton, this book offers insights into the economic, social, and political ramifications of these laws, which sparked intense debate and shaped the course of British society during the 19th century. Examine the arguments for and against protectionist measures, the impact on various segments of the population, and the eventual repeal of the Corn Laws. This detailed account provides a valuable resource for students, historians, and anyone interested in understanding the complex interplay of economics, politics, and social change in Victorian England. Discover the enduring legacy of the Corn Laws and their role in the broader narrative of British economic and political development. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work. This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

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