Conceptualizing Cruelty to Children in Nineteenth-Century England

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The book explores the evolution of child cruelty through various literary works by notable authors, linking these texts to the establishment of the National Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Children (NSPCC). Flegel argues that the NSPCC significantly impacted children's lives and shaped societal views on class and the portrayal of suffering and abuse. By analyzing these historical and literary contexts, the author sheds light on the intricate relationship between literature, societal norms, and child welfare advocacy.