Ragged London, In 1861 (1861)

Ragged London, In 1861 (1861) is a historical book written by John Hollingshead that provides a comprehensive account of the living conditions and social issues faced by the working-class people of London in the mid-19th century. The book is based on Hollingshead's personal experiences and observations of the city during his time as a journalist and social reformer.The book covers a wide range of topics related to poverty, including housing, sanitation, education, and healthcare. Hollingshead provides vivid descriptions of the overcrowded and unsanitary living conditions of the poor, the prevalence of disease and illness, and the lack of access to basic necessities such as clean water and fresh food.In addition to describing the physical conditions of poverty, Hollingshead also delves into the social and psychological effects of living in such conditions. He discusses the prevalence of crime, prostitution, and alcoholism, as well as the impact of poverty on family life and relationships.Despite its bleak subject matter, Ragged London, In 1861 (1861) is an important historical document that sheds light on a critical period in London's history. Hollingshead's detailed and compassionate writing provides a valuable insight into the struggles faced by the working-class people of the city and serves as a reminder of the importance of social reform and the fight against poverty.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.