Workhouse Characters, and other sketches of the life of the poor. by Nevinson
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| Author | Nevinson, Margaret Wynne |
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| LoC No. | 19005919 |
| Title | Workhouse Characters, and other sketches of the life of the poor. |
| Note | Reading ease score: 72.5 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Contents | Eunice Smith: drunk -- Detained by marital authority -- A Welsh sailor -- The vow -- Blind and deaf -- "And behold, the babe wept" -- "Mary, Mary, pity women!" -- The suicide -- Publicans and harlots -- Old Inky -- A daughter of the state -- In the phthisis ward -- An Irish Catholic -- An obscure conversationalist -- Mothers -- "Your son's your son" -- "Too old at forty" -- In the lunatic asylum -- The sweep's legacy -- An alien -- "Widows indeed!" -- The runaway -- "A girl! God help her!" -- On the permanent list -- The pauper and the old-age pension -- The evacuation of the workhouse. |
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| Summary | "Workhouse Characters, and Other Sketches of the Life of the Poor" by Margaret Wynne Nevinson is a collection of social commentaries and narratives written in the early 20th century. The work delves into the lives of individuals residing in workhouses, providing poignant insights into the struggles and social issues faced by the impoverished. The characters depicted often represent the marginalized and forgotten members of society, illustrating the harsh realities of their existence. At the start of the book, the author introduces Eunice Smith, a once-promising scholar now reduced to a state of alcoholism and despair within the grim setting of a workhouse infirmary. The narrative reflects on Eunice's past achievements and her fall from grace, detailing her interaction with an old friend who witnesses her tragic decline. Through eloquent storytelling, Nevinson captures Eunice's story, highlighting themes of loss, societal neglect, and the weight of personal tragedy. The opening sets a tone of empathy and stark realism, inviting readers to engage deeply with the plight of those who navigate the complexities of poverty and despair. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | HV: Social sciences: Social pathology, Social and Public Welfare |
| Subject | Poor -- England -- London |
| Subject | London (England) -- Social conditions |
| Subject | Workhouses -- England -- London |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 40881 |
| Release Date | Sep 28, 2012 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 71 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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