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Ragged London

Based on extensive research in primary sources, Ragged London traces the story of the London poor. It shows how they lived, worked, loved and died. Every aspect of their life is explored, from the homes in which they lived to the food they ate, the entertainment they enjoyed and the occupations in which they engaged. Crime and punishment, the harsh conditions they endured, their bravery, defiance, humour and sense of community are all examined. Many enlightened people were so horrified by the abject poverty, overcrowded and unsanitary accommodation that were the homes of London`s rookeries, that they began both to campaign for change and to assist them directly through private charity. Ultimately the efforts of these philanthropists and reformers led to the beginning of the welfare state. Ragged London shows the triumph of the human spirit over extreme conditions. In spite of their poverty, the insalubrious nature of their dwellings, the casual and dangerous nature of their employment and the ever-present fear of the workhouse, there was a rebelliousness of spirit, a dignity and sense of humour that helped them face a life which otherwise might have seemed unendurable.

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