Liberty and Authority in Victorian Britain

Explore the intricate balance of freedom and governance in Victorian Britain with Liberty and Authority in Victorian Britain by Peter Mandler. Published by Oxford University Press in 2006, this insightful hardback spans 272 pages and delves into the era often celebrated as the pinnacle of 'laissez-faire'. Mandler, a leading historian of nineteenth-century state and society, challenges the notion that Victorians enjoyed absolute freedom from state intervention. This thought-provoking examination invites readers to consider the complexities of individual liberty and governmental authority during a transformative period in British history. Ideal for scholars and history enthusiasts alike, this book offers a nuanced perspective on how freedom was defined and experienced in Victorian society.