Excerpt from The Children of the Nation
The people of Great Britain a sense of the danger of neglecting the physical condition of the nation's children. These will form the future British people; and upon their condition and capacity will depend not only the happiness of our own country but also the in?uence of our Empire in the world. No proper development of either their character or intelligence is possible unless their bodies are cared for first; until this is done education, religious, moral, or intellectual, is an impossibility. It is true, as continually asserted by those who desire to renounce public responsibility, that the duty of bringing up children rests in the first instance with their parents but it does not stop there; the State has duties also: it is under obligations, first, to.
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Vendeur : Forgotten Books, London, Royaume-Uni
Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book explores the state of children's health and well-being in Britain during the early 1900s. Focusing on children between infancy and school age, the author sheds light on the alarming infant mortality rates and malnutrition prevalent among the working class. The author argues that while the government bears some responsibility for the welfare of its young citizens, charitable efforts fall short, and parental responsibility is often undermined by poverty and ignorance. The book advocates for a comprehensive approach to child welfare, with a focus on providing access to proper nutrition, fresh air, and medical care for all children, regardless of their socioeconomic background. By delving into the historical context of healthcare and education policy, this book offers valuable insights into the ongoing challenges of ensuring the health and well-being of children in society. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. N° de réf. du vendeur 9781331246169_0
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Vendeur : PBShop.store US, Wood Dale, IL, Etats-Unis
PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781331246169
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Vendeur : PBShop.store UK, Fairford, GLOS, Royaume-Uni
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Vendeur : Revaluation Books, Exeter, Royaume-Uni
Paperback. Etat : Brand New. 324 pages. 9.02x5.98x0.68 inches. This item is printed on demand. N° de réf. du vendeur zk1331246164
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