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Lifetime: 1847 - 1933 Passed: ≈ 91 years ago

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Louis Paulian

Books by Louis Paulian

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Beggars of Paris

History Non-Fiction Essays
19th century Paris Poverty Charity social commentary Urban poverty Social reform Social issues Street life Begging Mendicity Underclass

This book offers a detailed and insightful analysis of the phenomenon of begging in 19th-century Paris. It explores the various methods employed by professional beggars, the social conditions that contribute to their existence, and the societal respo...