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Britain in 1700.
§English peasant ate better than continental counterpart.
§Spent lower proportion of income on food.
§Implies increased demand for manufactured goods.
§Lower tolls and improved transportation.
§Canals and turnpikes.
§More urban.
§By 1800, 25% in cities larger than 5,000 persons.
§Compare with 10% in France.
§Cities centers of commerce.