History in focus

Compares village life with town life in England, from the Middle Ages to the present, describing how technological developments have blurred the differences.

A history of the employment of children in England from the Middle Ages to the 20th century.

Discusses the history of the working woman in England and the progress made in employment, education, and pay for women.

Traces the history of music in England from the fifteenth century to the present day and discusses various types of music and important composers and performers.