Aedermannsdorf

The book "Aedermannsdorf" by Albert Vogt offers a comprehensive analysis of the 500-inhabitant community in the Solothurn district of Thal. It highlights the complex interactions between living conditions, production, and power relations, as well as the experiences of the residents. The monograph combines historical-demographic studies with an analysis of social stratification and economic development. It examines not only the structures of local government and welfare but also the social networks and households of the villagers. Additionally, it addresses the role of the Catholic Church and the school as significant agents of socialization. The study employs both serial sources and prosopographic methods to reconstruct cultural meanings and possibilities. This microhistorical research illustrates how people experienced and responded to social and economic changes.