Crime and Community in Reformation Scotland
Author | : J R D Falconer |
Publisher | : Routledge |
Total Pages | : 229 |
Release | : 2015-10-06 |
ISBN-10 | : 9781317320838 |
ISBN-13 | : 1317320832 |
Rating | : 4/5 (832 Downloads) |
Download or read book Crime and Community in Reformation Scotland written by J R D Falconer and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2015-10-06 with total page 229 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Based on church and state records from the burgh of Aberdeen, this study explores the deeper social meaning behind petty crime during the Reformation. Falconer argues that an analysis of both criminal behaviour and law enforcement provides a unique view into the workings of an early modern urban Scottish community.