The tithe war in England and Wales, 1881–1936. A curious rural revolt. By John Bulaitis. (Studies in Rural History.) Pp. xx + 333 incl. frontispiece, 11 figs and 1 table. Woodbridge-Rochester, NY: Boydell Press, 2024. £75. 978 1 83765 187 0

Key Points

• The aim is to explore the tithe war from 1881 to 1936 and its implications on rural society in England and Wales.
• Historical literature review
• Analysis of archival records
• Examination of socio-economic factors contributing to the revolt
• Identified key triggers of unrest related to tithe payments.
• Analyzed the relationship between economic pressures and rural social dynamics.
• Highlighted the long-term effects on land ownership and agricultural practices.