Henry Mayhew

6 books

Henry Mayhew was a prominent English social researcher, journalist, and playwright, best known for his extensive work on the lives of the working class in Victorian London. His seminal series, "London Labour and the London Poor," published in four volumes, provides a detailed and vivid account of the struggles and conditions faced by the city's laborers. Mayhew's writing is characterized by its empathetic portrayal of the poor and its commitment to social reform. In addition to his investigative journalism, he authored the novel "1851; Or, The Adventures of Mr. and Mrs. Sandboys and Family," which reflects the excitement and challenges of the Great Exhibition era. His contributions have left a lasting impact on social literature and the understanding of urban life in the 19th century.

Books by This Author

6 titles

1851; Or, The adventures of Mr. and Mrs. Sandboys and family, who came up to London to enjoy themselves, and to see the Great Exhibition. cover

1851; Or, The adventures of Mr. and Mrs. Sandboys and family, who came up to London to enjoy themselves, and to see the Great Exhibition. Henry Mayhew

London Labour and the London Poor, Vol. 1 cover

London Labour and the London Poor, Vol. 1 Henry Mayhew

London Labour and the London Poor, Vol. 2 cover

London Labour and the London Poor, Vol. 2 Henry Mayhew

London Labour and the London Poor, Vol. 3 cover

London Labour and the London Poor, Vol. 3 Henry Mayhew

London Labour and the London Poor, Vol. 4 cover

London Labour and the London Poor, Vol. 4 Henry Mayhew

The wonders of science Henry Mayhew