ISBN: 9780366299522 - Eighth Annual Report of the State Board of Charities of the State of New York, Transmitted to the Legislature January 15, 1875: Extract Relating to Pauper and Destitute Children (classic Reprint) (2 results)

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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This revealing and powerful book delves into the tragic fate of pauper and destitute children in the state of New York in 1874. The author, an official of the New York State Board of Charities, exposes the inhumane and misguided practice of confining these children in poorhouses. The author presents irrefutable evidence and discloses the detrimental impact of poorhouses on the physical and mental welfare of children. This book provides a comprehensive account of the conditions in which these children lived, their backgrounds, and the fate of those who were placed out or remained in the system. It uncovers the harsh realities of the poorhouse system and illuminates the urgent need for reform. The book's deep insights and moving prose will resonate with anyone concerned about the well-being of children and the importance of social justice. 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.…