Round about a Pound a Week
A Glimpse into London's Working Class StrugglesBy Mrs. Pember Reeves
Length5h 26m
About this audiobook
In "Round about a Pound a Week," Mrs. Pember Reeves delves into the intricacies of working-class life in early 20th-century Britain, capturing the emotional and economic struggles of families trying to make ends meet on limited incomes. Written in an engaging narrative style, the book combines poignant personal stories with sociological observations, presenting a rich tapestry of everyday experiences. It serves as a critical exploration of social conditions, contrasting the romanticized views of poverty with the stark realities faced by those living on a pound a week, providing an essential context for understanding systemic issues within the sociopolitical landscape of the time. Mrs. Pember Reeves, a notable social reformer and suffragist, was deeply motivated by her own experiences working at the intersection of advocacy and research. Her background, intertwined with an acute awareness of women's rights and social justice, enabled her to articulate the lived experiences of the working class with empathy and depth. Her pioneering role in the early welfare movement further informed her literary endeavors, making her an authentic voice for the marginalized. This meticulously researched and eloquently written text is recommended for readers interested in social history, women's studies, and economic inequality. "Round about a Pound a Week" not only sheds light on the historical context of the time but also invites contemporary readers to reflect on ongoing societal challenges, making it a timeless contribution to both literature and social discourse.
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GenrePsychology
Length5 hrs 26 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateDec 6, 2019
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1PREFACE: CONTENTS
12CHAPTER VII FOOD: CHIEF ARTICLES OF DIET
2CHAPTER I THE DISTRICT
13CHAPTER VIII BUYING, STORING, AND CARING FOR FOOD
3CHAPTER II THE PEOPLE
14CHAPTER IX ACTUAL MENUS OF SEVERAL WORKING MEN’S FAMILIES
4CHAPTER III HOUSING
15CHAPTER X AMOUNT SPENT A HEAD ON FOOD—PER WEEK, PER DAY
5Thirty-one Families with Three or More Children taken within the Investigation.
16CHAPTER XI THE POOR AND MARRIAGE
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6Thirty-nine Families with Three or More Children taken from without the Investigation.
17CHAPTER XII MOTHERS’ DAYS
7APPENDIX A LIST OF THIRTY-ONE FAMILIES, WITHIN THE INVESTIGATION, FROM WHICH TABLE OF COMPARISON IS COMPILED.
18CHAPTER XIII THE CHILDREN
8APPENDIX B LIST OF THIRTY-NINE FAMILIES WITH THREE OR MORE CHILDREN, OUTSIDE THE INVESTIGATION, FROM WHICH TABLE OF COMPARISON IS COMPILED
19CHAPTER XIV THE PEOPLE WHO ARE OUT OF WORK
9CHAPTER IV FURNITURE—SLEEPING ACCOMMODATION—EQUIPMENT FOR COOKING AND BATHING
20CHAPTER XV THE STANDARD OF COMFORT
10CHAPTER V THRIFT
21CHAPTER XVI THE STATE AS GUARDIAN
11CHAPTER VI BUDGETS
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