Blackwood's Edinburgh Magazine, Volume 61, No. 377, March 1847 by Various

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Author Various
Title Blackwood's Edinburgh Magazine, Volume 61, No. 377, March 1847
Note Reading ease score: 63.2 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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Summary "Blackwood's Edinburgh Magazine, Volume 61, No. 377, March 1847" by Various is a historical periodical published during the mid-19th century. This collection features various essays and articles, with the opening portion focusing on the topic of pauperism in the context of societal structures and the implications of poverty. The writings aim to provide insight into the causes and conditions leading to impoverishment, reflecting the complexities of social welfare systems during that time. At the start of the magazine, the discussion centers on the nature of pauperism, emphasizing the necessity of understanding the varied circumstances that make individuals dependent on parish relief. The narrative introduces the reader to personal observations from urban settings, particularly in London, and juxtaposes these with rural poverty. It highlights that pauperism is not a monolithic issue but rather a multifaceted crisis influenced by economic changes, local customs, and individual cases of hardship. The text invites the reader to reflect on the nature of welfare and the moral responsibilities towards different classes of the poor, creating a framework for examining how society organizes aid for its neediest members. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class AP: General Works: Periodicals
Subject Scotland -- Periodicals
Subject England -- Periodicals
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EBook-No. 31859
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