Publisher's Synopsis
The Dwellings Of The Poor And Weekly Wage-Earners In And Around Towns is a book written by Thomas Locke Worthington and published in 1893. The book focuses on the living conditions of poor and working-class people in and around towns during the late 19th century. Worthington examines the different types of housing available to the poor, including tenements, lodging houses, and cottages. He also discusses the various social and economic factors that contribute to poor living conditions, such as low wages, unemployment, and overcrowding.The book includes detailed descriptions of the physical conditions of the dwellings, including their size, layout, and amenities. Worthington also provides statistical data on the number of people living in each type of housing and the average wages earned by workers.In addition to describing the problems faced by the poor, Worthington also offers suggestions for improving their living conditions. He advocates for the construction of better quality housing, the regulation of landlords, and the establishment of public health and sanitation measures.Overall, The Dwellings Of The Poor And Weekly Wage-Earners In And Around Towns provides a comprehensive and insightful look at the living conditions of the working-class during the late 19th century, and offers valuable insights into the social and economic challenges faced by this segment of society.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.
