Villagers and lords in Eastern Europe, 1300-1800

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Villagers and lords in Eastern Europe, 1300-1800

Markus Cerman

(Studies in European history)

Palgrave Macmillan, 2012

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Bibliography: p. 136-148

Includes index

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Description

This new study provides an up-to-date survey of social and economic developments in early modern Eastern European rural societies. Markus Cerman revises the traditional images of mighty lords and poor, powerless 'serf peasants', discussing the theories which led to the assumption that serfdom existed throughout the region. Cerman contrasts the interpretation of a long-term backwardness with a fresh view of the legal, social and economic status of villagers, their living standards and their role in actively shaping rural communities. Featuring helpful tables, a glossary and a comprehensive bibliography, this is a stimulating reassessment for anyone studying this period and often neglected topic in European history.

Table of Contents

List of Tables Note on References Series Editors' Preface Acknowledgements Glossary Map Understanding 'Demesne Lordship' The Myth of a 'Second Serfdom' Explaining the Rise of Demesne Lordship and of the Demesne Economy A Characterization of the Economic System A General Backwardness? Towards a New Assessment Bibliography Index.

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