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Workhouse Characters

Workhouse Characters

Hardcover

Biographies GeneralPoverty & Social Work

ISBN10: 1023188368
ISBN13: 9781023188364
Publisher: Anson Street Press
Published: Mar 28 2025
Pages: 102
Weight: 0.71
Height: 0.31 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English

Workhouse Characters: and other sketches of the life of the poor by Margaret Wynne Nevinson offers a stark and compelling glimpse into Victorian London's workhouses and the lives of those caught within their walls. Nevinson's insightful observations shed light on the pervasive poverty and pressing social issues of the era.

This collection of sketches provides a valuable historical record, documenting the daily realities faced by individuals navigating the harsh conditions of the workhouse system. Through vivid portrayals, Nevinson humanizes the often-overlooked inhabitants, prompting reflection on themes of social reform and the enduring struggle against inequality.

A significant contribution to the study of social sciences, Workhouse Characters remains relevant for its unflinching depiction of poverty and its exploration of the human spirit in the face of adversity. This meticulously prepared print edition ensures the accessibility of this important work for anyone interested in social work, social activism, and the history of London's poor.

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