The seven curses of London by James Greenwood

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Author Greenwood, James, 1832-1929
LoC No. 10022321
Title The seven curses of London
Note Reading ease score: 62.1 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Contents Neglected children -- Professional thieves -- Professional beggars -- Fallen women -- The curse of drunkeness -- Betting gamblers -- Waste of charity.
Credits Transcribed from the [1869] edition by David Price
Summary "The Seven Curses of London" by James Greenwood is a social commentary written in the late 19th century. This thought-provoking work delves into the dire conditions faced by the impoverished and neglected in London, particularly focusing on the plight of pauper children, criminals, and beggars. Through vivid descriptions and poignant narratives, the book aims to shed light on the systemic issues contributing to these societal curses, making it a significant historical account of urban poverty. The beginning of this work introduces the overwhelming issue of neglected children in London, highlighting startling statistics about the number of children living in destitution. Greenwood paints a grim picture of these vulnerable kids, often left to wander the streets without guardians, food, or care, setting the stage for a broader investigation of societal neglect and its consequences. He discusses the structural failures of society in managing and protecting these children, suggesting that the root causes of their plight stem from systemic poverty and moral decay, foreshadowing a critical exploration of London's darker underbelly as the text unfolds. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class HN: Social sciences: Social history and conditions, Social problems
LoC Class HV: Social sciences: Social pathology, Social and Public Welfare
Subject London (England) -- Social conditions
Subject Crime -- England -- London -- History -- 19th century
Subject London (England) -- Moral conditions
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EBook-No. 45585
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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