Recollections Of Workhouse Visiting And Management During Twenty-Five Years (1880)

Recollections of Workhouse Visiting and Management During Twenty-Five Years (1880) is a memoir written by Louisa Twining. The book is a detailed account of her experiences working with the poor and destitute in London during the mid-1800s. Twining was a social reformer who dedicated her life to improving the conditions of the poor and advocating for their rights.The book begins with Twining's early experiences as a visitor to workhouses, where she witnessed firsthand the deplorable conditions in which the poor were forced to live. She describes the overcrowding, lack of sanitation, and inadequate food and medical care that were common in these institutions.As Twining became more involved in workhouse management, she began to advocate for reforms that would improve the lives of the poor. She worked tirelessly to improve the conditions in workhouses, lobbying for better food and medical care, and advocating for the rights of women and children.Throughout the book, Twining shares her personal experiences and insights into the lives of the poor in Victorian London. She provides a unique perspective on the social and economic conditions of the time, as well as the challenges faced by those who sought to improve the lives of the poor.Overall, Recollections of Workhouse Visiting and Management During Twenty-Five Years (1880) is a fascinating and insightful memoir that offers a unique perspective on the social and economic conditions of Victorian London. Twining's dedication to social reform and her tireless efforts to improve the lives of the poor make this book a must-read for anyone interested in the history of social welfare and social justice.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.