Excerpt from Observations on the Effect of the Manufacturing System
It is indeed a measure more to be deplored in a national View than almost any other that has occur red for many centuries past. It has deranged the'do mestic habits of the great mass of the people. It has deprived them of the time in which they might ac quire instruction, or enjoy rational amusements. It has robbed them of their substantial advantages, and, by leading them-into habits of the pot-house-and ines briation, it has poisoned all their social comforts.
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Anbieter: Forgotten Books, London, Vereinigtes Königreich
Paperback. Zustand: New. Print on Demand. This book, likely published in the early 1800s, explores the profound societal impact of the rapid industrialization of Britain and the rise of manufacturing. The author asserts that the pursuit of wealth and increased production has come at the expense of human well-being and social harmony. The author laments the decline of traditional rural life and the rise of urban centers filled with overworked and underpaid factory workers. They argue that the relentless pursuit of profit has degraded the moral fabric of society, leading to increased crime and addiction. The book delves into the harmful effects of factory labor on children, particularly the stunted growth and poor health caused by long hours and harsh conditions. The author calls for government intervention to protect the most vulnerable members of society and to promote a more just and equitable distribution of wealth. Ultimately, this book is a passionate plea for social reform, highlighting the urgent need to address the negative consequences of unchecked industrialization and to create a society that values human well-being above all else. 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. Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers 9781331532811_0
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