Shepherds and Sheep 1580-1660

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Historical rabbit holes, for those who are inclined. These slender booklets from Historical Management Associates are the work of an organization dedicated to historical re-enactment in the UK. They are written with a stickler’s attention to historical precision and a conviction that nothing is too arcane to investigate. Some of the books are simple transcriptions of period manuscripts; ot hers represent significant original research, as in Cattle Farming and Grazing Management, which is 52 pages long but cites 36 sources, many of them published in the 17th century. From the text: "Shepherding was a full time profession recognized in law. There was a fundamental division of agriculture between the 'Champion' or open field system and the Woodland or enclosed areas. In champion country the full time professional shepherd was essential and might be employed by the whole community rather than a specific farmer..." Staplebound pamphlet. 40 pages.

• Binding: Hardcover

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