Common People

A Folk History of Land Rights, Enclosure and Resistance

In 1600, 50% of England was common land. It's now 3%. This is the story of how that happened.

This is a visual journey through the history of the enclosure of common land in England and the stories of those who have attempted to resist. Richly illustrated with Leah Gordon's photography alongside fine art and folk customs past and present.

Common People offers a reimagining of English history told by the people themselves, giving voice to the silenced history of the enclosures and the incredible visual creativity inspired by rural resistance and protest.

Cover: Hardback

Size: 180 x 216 mm

240 pages