The Great Sin of Great Cities examines a difficult social problem with clear purpose and care. This reprint presents a historical argument about prostitution, its harms, and what society can and should do to respond.
Though written as a public and moral inquiry, the piece frames the issue in practical terms. It discusses the impact on individuals, families, and public health, and it weighs possible measures for reform and prevention while acknowledging the challenges of real-world policy.
Ideal for readers interested in the history of social reform, public health, and 19th‑century debates about morality and policy.
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Vendeur : Forgotten Books, London, Royaume-Uni
Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book explores the grim realities of prostitution in 19th century England. The author delves into the lives of sex workers, revealing the extreme poverty, desperation, and social rejection most faced before turning to prostitution. The book challenges the prevailing view of prostitutes as inherently immoral, arguing that they should be seen as victims of their circumstances. It criticizes the harsh societal judgment and lack of support that drove many women into a life of prostitution and kept them trapped there. This book provides a compassionate and nuanced perspective on a social issue that continues to resonate today. 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 9781332614387_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-9781332614387
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Vendeur : PBShop.store UK, Fairford, GLOS, Royaume-Uni
PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781332614387
Quantité disponible : 15 disponible(s)