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Edward Potts Cheyney
1861-1947
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Books by Edward Potts Cheyney
An Introduction to the Industrial and Social History of England
"An Introduction to the Industrial and Social History of England" by Edward P. Cheyney is a historical account written in the early 20th century. This comprehensive work explores the development of English society and its economy from prehistoric times through the Industrial Revolution. The book aims to correlate economic and social history with other vital aspects of the nation’s evolution, making it a suitable textbook for both college and high school classes. At the start of the book, Cheyney sets the stage for understanding England's geographic and historical context, emphasizing how geography influenced its development over the centuries. The opening chapters address the early settlements, including the impact of Roman Britain on societal structures, as well as detailing the transitions through the Anglo-Saxon period and the Scandinavian influences. The chapter's exploration of the geography outlines how natural resources and climate shaped not only the physical landscape but also the agricultural and economic practices that would frame medieval England's society. Overall, the beginning of the book lays foundational knowledge essential for grasping the more nuanced discussions of industrialization and social shifts that characterize later chapters.
The American Nation: A History — Volume 1: European Background of American History, 1300-1600
"The American Nation: A History — Volume 1: European Background of American History" by Edward Potts Cheyney is a historical account likely written in the early 20th century. This volume strives to explore European influences and conditions leading to the discovery and colonization of America, tracing the roots of American society and governance back to their European origins. The opening of the book sets the stage for an examination of the burgeoning aspirations for exploration during the late medieval period up until the early Renaissance, focusing on the interplay between trade, politics, and socioeconomic factors in Europe that sparked a desire to find new routes to Asia. Cheyney outlines the historical context of Europe, from trade routes and the impact of the Ottoman Empire on established paths, to the desires ignited by the spice trade and the Reformation. The reader is introduced to the motivations and challenges faced by early explorers as they ventured into the unknown, along with the significant role that Italian contributions to navigation and cartography played in these explorations, culminating in the indirect yet transformative discovery of the New World.