The Five Points Monthly Record, Vol. 1 (Classic Reprint): June, 1854; No. V: June, 1854; No. V (Classic Reprint) - Softcover

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This book chronicles the lives of ragged street children and their plight in the mid-1800s New York. Set against the backdrop of this tumultuous and transformative time, the author lays out both the struggles and triumphs of the homeless and neglected youth at the forefront of the story. Amidst the tales of poverty and despair, the book also captures the efforts of early welfare systems and volunteers who aimed to aid them. The author gives the reader a direct account of the living conditions and social issues of the era through detailed accounts of the Five Points' House of Industry. This book presents a critical and historical examination of charity, benevolence, and the role of personal kindness in addressing the social injustices prevalent in the 19th century.

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