A Letter Lord Brougham And Vaux, Lord High Chancellor Of Great Britain

The book presents a letter from John Richardson to Lord Brougham, advocating for reforms in the Poor Laws of 19th-century Great Britain. Richardson critiques the existing welfare system for its inadequacies and proposes solutions, including a national relief system and public works to create jobs for the poor. It offers insights into the social and economic challenges of early industrialization and highlights the political discourse surrounding welfare reform. This historical document is significant for understanding the era's societal issues and reform efforts.