""The Condition of the Working Class in England in 1844"" is a non-fiction book written by Friedrich Engels and first published in 1892. The book is a detailed and comprehensive study of the living and working conditions of the working-class people in England during the Industrial Revolution. Engels, who was a German social philosopher and political theorist, spent two years in Manchester, England, observing and documenting the appalling conditions of the working-class people. The book is divided into two parts. The first part provides a historical and economic context for the living conditions of the working-class people in England. Engels describes the rapid industrialization that took place in England during the 19th century and how it led to the exploitation of the working-class people. He also discusses the political and social conditions that contributed to the dire situation of the working-class people.The second part of the book is a detailed account of the living and working conditions of the working-class people in England. Engels describes the overcrowded and unsanitary housing conditions, the long working hours, the low wages, and the lack of access to education and healthcare. He also discusses the social and psychological effects of these conditions on the working-class people.Overall, ""The Condition of the Working Class in England in 1844"" is a seminal work of social and economic history. It sheds light on the harsh realities of the Industrial Revolution and the impact it had on the working-class people in England. The book remains relevant today as a reminder of the importance of social justice and the need to address economic inequality.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.
