Description
""The Royal Treasury of England or a General History of Taxes, from the Conquest to the Present Time" by John Stevens provides a comprehensive history of taxes in England, covering various types of taxes imposed by different rulers. The book delves into the revenues of the Crown, including taxes raised on subjects in each reign, such as Danegeld, Scutage, Tallage, and more. It details how kings utilized taxes to fund wars, marriages, and other expenses, often imposing burdensome levies on the clergy, nobility, and common people. The book also explores the role of Purveyors in collecting provisions for the King's household, highlighting the controversies and abuses surrounding their practices. Through a detailed examination of historical records and statutes, the author sheds light on the evolution of taxation in England and its impact on society over the centuries."
Details
Publisher - HardPress Limited
Language - English
Paperback
Author(s) -
Published Date - 2019-08-08
ISBN - 9780461074727
Dimensions - 22.9 x 15.2 x 2.4 cm
Page Count - 422
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