Explore the pivotal role of Anglicanism in the lives of lay people during early 18th century England and Wales. W. M. Jacob’s detailed research, using personal papers and church records, vividly illustrates how religion remained central to everyday life in this traditional society. An indispensable resource for students and academics in social history, religious studies, and British history, this book offers profound insights into faith, community, and historical societal structures, making it a key acquisition for any scholarly collection.