Chambers's Journal of Popular Literature, Science, and Art, No. 725, November 17, 1877

** "Chambers's Journal of Popular Literature, Science, and Art, No. 725, November" by Various is a late 19th-century collection that captures the spirit of its time through varied narratives, scientific insights, and cultural commentaries. A highlight is the tale of Mrs. Waters, a spirited "knocker-up," who earns her living waking people for work in the pre-alarm clock era. Through the narrator's encounter, Mrs. Waters unfolds her life, portraying her journey to self-sufficiency through this rare occupation. Though seemingly blunt, the old woman shows kindness as she recounts her adventures and triumphs in this singular role, contrasting her path with that of her ailing husband, and uplifting readers with her strength and ingenuity. **