The Morning Chronicle Survey of Labour and the Poor

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The series features Henry Mayhew's comprehensive survey for the Morning Chronicle, originally written in 1849-1850, covering diverse topics such as cholera outbreaks and London's food markets. Published in 1981, it presents Mayhew's groundbreaking work in a complete format for the first time. The sixth volume includes letters from September to December 1850, providing further insight into the social conditions of the time. Dr. Peter Razzell introduces the set, highlighting its significance in documenting 19th-century urban life.