The Poor Law, written by Thomas Welbank Fowle in 1893, is a comprehensive analysis of the English Poor Law system, which was established in the 16th century to provide relief to the poor. The book delves into the history of the Poor Law, its evolution over time, and the various changes that were made to it in response to social and economic changes.Fowle examines the different types of relief provided by the Poor Law, including outdoor relief, which involved giving money or goods to the poor, and indoor relief, which involved housing the poor in workhouses. He also looks at the role of the parish in administering relief and the challenges faced by those who were responsible for implementing the law.The book explores the impact of the Poor Law on society, including its effect on the poor themselves and on the wider economy. Fowle argues that the Poor Law had a negative impact on the poor, as it encouraged idleness and dependency, and that it was ultimately ineffective in reducing poverty.Overall, The Poor Law is a seminal work on the history of social welfare in England, and remains relevant today as a study of the challenges and complexities of providing relief to the poor.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.