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Problems of Poverty: An Inquiry into the Industrial Condition of the Poor

Problems of Poverty: An Inquiry into the Industrial Condition of the Poor

Hobson, John Atkinson

Paperback

General Political SciencePoverty & Social WorkSocial Movements

ISBN10: 7401994526
ISBN13: 9787401994527
Publisher: Ottavio Ferrante
Published: Aug 19 2026
Pages: 196
Weight: 0.59
Height: 0.42 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English

is a social and economic analysis written in the late 19th century. This work addresses the systemic issues of poverty in industrial society, delving into the socio-economic structures that con tribute to the conditions of thepoor, particularlyfocusingonwagedistribu tions, employment patterns, and the impact of urbanization. The opening of the book sets the stage forHobson'sinquirybyemphasizingthenecessity of defining and measuring poverty accurately. He argues against the narrow legal definitions of poverty and presents a statistical examination of national income, highlighting disparities in wealth distribution among different so cial classes. Hobson references significant studies, particularly by Charles Booth, to illustrate the extent of poverty in urban areas such as East Lon don. Hecategorizes the working poor into distinct classes based on income levels and living conditions and discusses the underlying economic and so cial forces at play, ultimately aiming to provoke a deeper understanding and dialogue about the plight of the impoverished in an industrial society.

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