Sanitary and Social Lectures and Essays by Charles Kingsley

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Author Kingsley, Charles, 1819-1875
Title Sanitary and Social Lectures and Essays
Contents Woman's work in a country parish -- The science of health -- The two breaths -- Thrift -- Nausicaa in London; or, the lower education of women -- The air-mothers -- The tree of knowledge -- Great cities and their influence for good and evil -- Heroism -- The massacre of the innocents -- "A mad world, my masters."
Credits Transcribed from the 1880 Macmillan and Co. edition by David Price
Summary "Sanitary and Social Lectures and Essays" by Charles Kingsley is a collection of lectures and essays written in the late 19th century that examines the intersection of public health, social conditions, and women's roles in society. The initial focus centers on the responsibilities of women in a country parish, arguing that true philanthropy begins at home and must extend compassion and understanding to those within their immediate circles before aiming to assist the broader community. The book emphasizes the importance of genuine human connection and the responsibilities women hold as caretakers and educators to improve societal health and welfare. The opening of the collection begins with a lecture titled “Woman’s Work in a Country Parish,” where Kingsley argues that a woman’s most essential duties lie within her household and among her servants. He insists that genuine care for the poor cannot occur without first nurturing relationships with those physically close to her. He discusses the necessity of personal warmth in charitable acts and the importance of educating both the household and the poor in health and morality. The text reflects upon the significance of women in influencing the behavior of men and children alike, underscoring that a woman’s ability to effect change begins at home, thereby setting the stage for broader social reform through personal action and moral leadership. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class HV: Social sciences: Social pathology, Social and Public Welfare
Subject Essays
Subject Social problems
Category Text
EBook-No. 1637
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Feb 23, 2013
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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