Publisher's Synopsis
The Common Lodging Houses Act, 1851: And The Laboring Classes Lodging Houses Act, 1851 is a book written by Robert Anstruther Strange in 1851. This book is a historical account of the two Acts passed in 1851, which aimed to regulate and improve the living conditions of the working-class population in lodging houses. The Acts were passed during a time when there was a growing concern about the poor living conditions of the working-class, who were often forced to live in overcrowded and unsanitary conditions. The book provides a detailed analysis of the Acts and their impact on the working-class population. It discusses the provisions of the Acts, which included the requirement for lodging houses to be licensed and regularly inspected, and the establishment of a system of penalties for non-compliance. The book also examines the social and economic factors that led to the passing of the Acts, such as the growth of urbanization and the increase in poverty among the working-class.Overall, The Common Lodging Houses Act, 1851: And The Laboring Classes Lodging Houses Act, 1851 is an important historical document that sheds light on the living conditions of the working-class population in the mid-19th century and the efforts made by the government to improve their living conditions. The book is a valuable resource for historians, social scientists, and anyone interested in the history of social welfare and urbanization.With Plain Directions And Forms For Putting Them Into Execution.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.
