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  • Through the mill: The life of a mill-boy

    Enriched edition. A Mill-Worker's Journey Through Industrial Life

    by Frederic Kenyon Brown, Everett Cole ...
    In 'Through the Mill: The Life of a Mill-Boy,' Frederic Kenyon Brown crafts a poignant narrative that chronicles the trials and triumphs of a young boy growing up amid the harsh realities of mill work in the early industrial age. Through rich, evocative prose, Brown immerses readers in the sights and sounds of the mill, capturing both the mechanization of labor and the intimate lives of its ... Read more

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  • Through the mill: The life of a mill-boy

    by Frederic Kenyon Brown ...
    "Through the Mill: The Life of a Mill-Boy" by Frederic Kenyon Brown is a vivid memoir that captures the essence of growing up in a mill town. The narrative unfolds through the eyes of a young boy, detailing his experiences and the challenges faced in a working-class environment. Brown's storytelling is rich with imagery, allowing readers to immerse themselves in the sights and sounds of the mill, ... Read more

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  • Through the school: The experiences of a mill boy in securing an education

    by Frederic Kenyon Brown ...
    As the story unfolds, readers witness the boy’s dedication to learning, his struggles to attend school amidst the demands of his job, and his perseverance in acquiring an education. The book highlights the importance of self-discipline, ambition, and the transformative power of education, as the boy navigates the harsh realities of factory life while trying to better himself through study.The ... Read more

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  • The Ultimate Textile Library: 23 Essential Reads

    Cotton Weaving and Designing, Jacquard Weaving and Designing, Textiles and Clothing, etc.

    by John T. Taylor, T. F. Bell, Kate Heintz Watson, William H. Dooley, Peter Kilgour, Thomas Woodhouse, Washington Matthews, William Henry Holmes, Candace Wheeler, Grace Rogers Cooper, Broadus Mitchell, Arnold Wolfensberger, H. D. Buck, Frederic Kenyon Brown, William M.A. Davis, Samuel Brown, Thomas Packer, Margaret Smith Furry, H. William Nelson, Lila M. O'Neale, A. C. Whitford, Clinton G. Gilroy ...
    The Ultimate Textile Library: 23 Essential Reads is an expansive anthology that delves into the intricate world of textiles, weaving together a rich tapestry of history, culture, and artistry. This collection offers a multifaceted exploration of textile arts, showcasing a diverse range of literary styles from historical analyses and technical treatises to culturally-rich narratives. The anthology ... Read more

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  • Children at Work: 4 Classic Books on Child Labor

    Through the Mill: The Life of a Mill-boy, Wage Earning and Education, The Bitter Cry of the Children, Jack, etc.

    by Frederic Kenyon Brown, R. R. Lutz, Alphonse Daudet, John Spargo ...
    Children at Work: 4 Classic Books on Child Labor is an evocative anthology that delves into the profound and multifaceted issue of child labor through a classic lens. These collected works explore the grim realities faced by working children, evocatively blending narrative, analysis, and historical documentation to challenge and inform. While each piece stands alone in its literary and stylistic ... Read more

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  • Through the school: The experiences of a mill boy in securing an education

    A Mill Boy's Pursuit of Educational Triumph

    by Frederic Kenyon Brown ...
    In "Through the School: The Experiences of a Mill Boy in Securing an Education," Frederic Kenyon Brown narrates the poignant journey of a young boy navigating the complexities of education amidst the gritty backdrop of a mill town. The book is steeped in rich, evocative language, offering a window into the emotional and social challenges faced by working-class families during the late 19th century ... Read more

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    Twenty-six wickedly funny, thought-provoking essays by the celebrated American author—"Twain's wit and lethally precise powers of description are on full display" (NPR)."More than 100 years after [Twain] wrote these stories, they remain not only remarkably funny but remarkably modern. . . . Ninety-nine years after his death, Twain still manages to get the last laugh." — Vanity Fair"You had better ... Read more

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  • How the Other Half Lives Studies Among the Tenements of New York

    by Jacob A. Riis ...
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    How the Other Half Lives: Studies among the Tenements of New York explained the living conditions in New York slums as well as the sweatshops in some tenements, which paid workers only a few cents per day. The book explains the plight of working children; they would work in factories and at other jobs. ... Read more

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  • The Doctor's Christmas Eve

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    In the nineteenth-century rural South, country doctors were often much more than just physicians. They played a part in the personal dramas, important milestones, and life-or-death decisions of virtually every family in a fifty-mile radius. In this charming novel, one such doctor reflects on his life over the past year as the holiday season approaches. ... Read more

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    by Jacob A. Riis, Lucy Sante ...
    First published in 1890, Jacob Riis's remarkable study of the horrendous living conditions of the poor in New York City had an immediate and extraordinary impact on society, inspiring reforms that affected the lives of millions of people.For more than seventy years, Penguin has been the leading publisher of classic literature in the English-speaking world. With more than 1,700 titles, Penguin ... Read more

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  • Studies and Essays: The Inn of Tranquility, and Others

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