The Village Poor House (1832)

Focusing on the harsh realities of poorhouses in 18th and 19th century England, the book offers a poignant historical account based on firsthand observations and interviews. White exposes the inhumane treatment and inadequate care for residents, while examining the social and economic factors that led to the establishment of these institutions. This work serves as a crucial document that illuminates the societal attitudes towards poverty during that era, preserving an essential part of England's social history.