The Midland Peasant: The Economic and Social History of a Leicestershire Village is a book written by William George Hoskins that explores the economic and social history of a village in Leicestershire, England. The book provides a detailed account of the lives of the villagers, their customs, and their economic activities. It covers a period of over four centuries, from the 16th century to the early 20th century, and examines the impact of various historical events on the village, including the English Civil War, the Industrial Revolution, and the Agricultural Revolution. The book also discusses the role of the Church and the local aristocracy in shaping the lives of the villagers. Hoskins draws on a wide range of sources, including court records, parish registers, and census data, to provide a rich and detailed account of the village and its people. The Midland Peasant is a classic work of social history and is widely regarded as one of the most important studies of rural life in England.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.