The Laboring Classes Of England: Especially Those Engaged In Agriculture And Manufactures, In A Series Of Letters (1847)

The Laboring Classes of England: Especially Those Engaged in Agriculture and Manufactures, in a Series of Letters is a book written by William Dodd and published in 1847. The book is a collection of letters that Dodd wrote to a friend, discussing the working conditions and social issues faced by laborers in England during the mid-19th century.Dodd's letters provide a detailed account of the struggles faced by the working classes, including long working hours, low wages, and poor living conditions. He also discusses the impact of industrialization on the laboring classes, including the rise of factory work and the displacement of workers from traditional agricultural jobs.Throughout the book, Dodd advocates for social and political reforms to improve the lives of the laboring classes. He argues for better working conditions, higher wages, and improved access to education and healthcare. He also addresses issues of political representation and calls for greater participation by the working classes in the democratic process.Overall, The Laboring Classes of England is an important historical document that provides insight into the social and economic conditions faced by the working classes in mid-19th century England. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of labor and social justice movements.Also, A Voice From The Factories, A Poem, In Serious Verse.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.