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Round about a Pound a Week

By Mrs. Pember Reeves
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The author presents a close empirical study of working-class households in a London district, documenting daily life under a very low weekly income. Field investigation maps the neighborhood, profiles residents, and examines overcrowded housing, furniture and sleeping arrangements, and sanitary provision. Detailed household budgets and menus reveal patterns of food purchase, storage, and nutrition, while chapters consider thrift, maternal routines, child care and illness, and the effects of irregular employment. The book combines quantitative tables and first-hand observation to assess living standards and argues for public responsibility in safeguarding family welfare.

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Mrs. Pember Reeves

Mrs. Pember Reeves was a notable author and social reformer known for her influential work "Round about a Pound a Week." In this book, she explores the challenges faced by working-class families in late 19th-century England, providing a vivid account of their struggles to manage household budgets on limited incomes. Her writing is characterized by a keen observation of social issues and a compassionate understanding of the lives of the poor. Reeves' contributions to literature and social commentary have made her an important figure in discussions about economic inequality and women's roles in society.

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