Publisher's Synopsis
The Dwellings Of The Poor And Weekly Wage-Earners In And Around Towns is a book written by Thomas Locke Worthington in 1893. The book is a detailed study of the living conditions of the poor and working-class people in and around towns during the late 19th century. Worthington examines the various types of housing available to these groups, including tenements, lodging houses, and cottages. He also looks at the social and economic factors that contributed to the poor living conditions of these individuals.The book is divided into two parts. The first part focuses on the housing conditions of the poor, including the physical state of the buildings, the sanitation and hygiene of the dwellings, and the impact of overcrowding on the health and wellbeing of the residents. Worthington also discusses the role of landlords and local authorities in providing and regulating housing for the poor.The second part of the book examines the economic conditions of the working-class population, including their wages, hours of work, and the types of jobs available to them. Worthington discusses the impact of low wages on the ability of these individuals to secure adequate housing and provide for their families.Overall, The Dwellings Of The Poor And Weekly Wage-Earners In And Around Towns provides a comprehensive analysis of the living conditions of the poor and working-class people in urban areas during the late 19th century. The book is an important historical document that sheds light on the social and economic conditions of this period and provides insight into the ongoing struggle for social justice and equality.This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.
