Home-Life of the Lancashire Factory Folk during the Cotton Famine

Home-Life of the Lancashire Factory Folk during the Cotton Famine is a narrative account of the lives of factory workers in Lancashire during the cotton famine of the 1860s, a time of great economic hardship. The book describes the communities affected, the conditions they faced, and the support systems they relied on. The author, Edwin Waugh, is a well-known writer of Lancashire Sketches, Poems and Lancashire Songs, and other literary works. The book is based on personal observations and historical accounts of the time. It highlights the resilience and resourcefulness of the working-class people in the face of extreme poverty and hardship. The daily lives of the factory workers, their struggles, and the community that came together to support each other during this difficult time are all detailed. The social and economic conditions, such as lack of work, poverty, and disease, are vividly portrayed. The book shows the impact of the cotton famine on the personal and family lives of the workers, including the emotional and psychological effects of the crisis. The working-class people of Lancashire were major contributors to the British economy, yet they were the ones who suffered the most during the cotton famine. This book is a valuable historical resource and provides a unique perspective on a significant event in British history.