Better Dwellings For The Workmen Of London: How To Obtain Them (1884)

Better Dwellings For The Workmen Of London: How To Obtain Them is a book written by Pascoe Fenwick and published in 1884. The book is a detailed study of the housing conditions of the working-class population of London during the Victorian era. Fenwick, an architect and social reformer, was concerned about the poor living conditions of the working-class people and believed that better housing was necessary for their well-being.The book provides a comprehensive analysis of the various problems associated with the housing of the working-class people, such as overcrowding, poor ventilation, lack of sanitation, and inadequate lighting. Fenwick proposes several solutions to these problems, including the construction of new housing units, the improvement of existing ones, and the establishment of public health measures.The book also includes detailed descriptions of the various types of housing available to the working-class people during that time, such as tenements, lodging houses, and model dwellings. Fenwick provides a critical evaluation of each type of housing and suggests ways in which they can be improved.Overall, Better Dwellings For The Workmen Of London: How To Obtain Them is an important historical document that sheds light on the living conditions of the working-class people during the Victorian era. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of social reform, architecture, and urban planning.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.