Includes bibliographical references (pages 203-220) and index.
Contents
pt. I. From sinners to Cinderellas : the reform of prostitutes -- pt. II. Prevention is better than cure : Ladies' Associations for the Care of Friendless Girls -- pt. III. The making of the mentally deficient : prostitution and the 'feeble-minded' -- pt. IV. Purifying the nation.
Summary
The first comprehensive overview of attempts to eradicate prostitution from English society, including discussion of early attempts at reform and prevention through to the campaigns of the social purists.
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