1. Introduction -- 2. The growth of Kentish London -- 3. Occupations and industry -- 4. The impact of the workplace -- 5. Elites and the community -- 6. The artisan elite. I. Stratification -- 7. The artisan elite. II. Ideology and values -- 8. The co-operative movement -- 9. Friendly societies -- 10. Political ideology -- 11. Conclusion