The History of the Workhouse, Or Poor's Hospital of Aberdeen From 1739 to 1818: Its Boys' Hospital From 1818 to 1852, Girls' Hospital From 1828 to 185

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In this in-depth history of a Scottish workhouse, Alexander Walker delves into the lives of the impoverished children who lived there from the mid-18th century through the late 19th. Drawing on primary sources and personal accounts, Walker paints a detailed picture of daily life in the workhouse, as well as efforts to reform and improve the system over time.