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Excerpt from No; 5 John StreetAbout the PublisherForgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books.This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works. This text has been digitally restored from a historical edition. Some errors may persist, however we consider it worth publishing due to the work's historical value.The digital edition of all books may be viewed on our website before purchase.
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This book was originally published prior to 1923, and represents a reproduction of an important historical work, maintaining the same format as the original work. While some publishers have opted to apply OCR (optical character recognition) technology to the process, we believe this leads to sub-optimal results (frequent typographical errors, strange characters and confusing formatting) and does not adequately preserve the historical character of the original artifact. We believe this work is culturally important in its original archival form. While we strive to adequately clean and digitally enhance the original work, there are occasionally instances where imperfections such as blurred or missing pages, poor pictures or errant marks may have been introduced due to either the quality of the original work or the scanning process itself. Despite these occasional imperfections, we have brought it back into print as part of our ongoing global book preservation commitment, providing customers with access to the best possible historical reprints. We appreciate your understanding of these occasional imperfections, and sincerely hope you enjoy seeing the book in a format as close as possible to that intended by the original publisher.
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Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book explores the social and economic realities of poverty in Victorian London through the eyes of a man who decides to immerse himself in the life of the "other half." The author, driven by a sense of duty to his employers, seeks to understand the lives of those living on half a crown a day. His goal is to gain a firsthand understanding of poverty that goes beyond mere reports and statistics. In keeping with the growing trend of social commentary at the time, he ventures into the slums of London, taking up residence in a dingy hovel and working as a factory clerk. The book provides an intimate and often stark portrayal of life in the underbelly of Victorian society. Through the author's experiences and observations, the reader is exposed to the harsh realities of poverty: the overcrowded and unsanitary living conditions, the struggle to make ends meet, and the constant threat of violence and desperation. The author's journey is not simply a sociological study; it is also a personal one, as he grapples with his own preconceived notions of class and privilege while navigating the challenges of a drastically different lifestyle. This book offers a unique and compelling glimpse into a world rarely seen or understood by the privileged classes of the Victorian era. The author's willingness to embrace a life of poverty, and his subsequent insights into the human condition, provide a powerful commentary on the social injustices and moral complexities of the time. 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 9781331987260_0
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PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781331987260
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No; 5 John Street (Classic Reprint)
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PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781331987260
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