The Companion to the Newspaper (Classic Reprint) - Couverture souple

Society For The Diffusion Of Political Knowledge

 
9781331216315: The Companion to the Newspaper (Classic Reprint)

Synopsis

A readable window into 19th‑century reform debates and public knowledge. This companion gathers material on industry, education, and social policy from the era, presenting key evidence and discussion in a clear, accessible way.


Readers will find concise summaries of parliamentary inquiries, analyses of factory labor's effects on children, and the moral and practical questions that shaped early social reform. The volume also highlights how information was shared with the public through periodicals and educational publications, offering context for how citizens engaged with national issues.



  • Evidence and conclusions from factory reports on child labor and education.

  • Evaluations of proposed limits on work hours and their practical consequences.

  • Historical material on the aims and operations of the Society for the Diffusion of Useful Knowledge.

  • Context for how 19th‑century readers consumed and discussed social reform.


Ideal for readers of history, political science, and social policy who want a grounded look at early debates over work, education, and public welfare.

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