Problems Of Poverty (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781162681009)

""Problems of Poverty"" by John A. Hobson is a book that explores the issue of poverty and its various causes and effects. The author argues that poverty is not just a result of individual laziness or lack of effort, but rather a structural problem that is deeply rooted in the economic and social systems of society.Hobson examines the various factors that contribute to poverty, such as unequal distribution of wealth, lack of access to education and healthcare, and the exploitation of labor. He also discusses the impact of poverty on individuals, families, and communities, including the psychological and physical effects of living in poverty.Throughout the book, Hobson offers solutions to the problem of poverty, including the need for social and economic reforms, the importance of education and training programs, and the need for greater social support and assistance for those living in poverty.Overall, ""Problems of Poverty"" is a thought-provoking and insightful book that sheds light on the complex issue of poverty and offers practical solutions for addressing this pressing social problem.The first condition of ""sweating"" is an abundant and excessive supply of low-skilled and inefficient labour. It needs no parade of economic reasoning to show that where there are more persons willing to do a particular kind of work than are required, the wages for that work, if free competition is permitted, cannot be more than what is just sufficient to induce the required number to accept the work. In other words, where there exists any quantity of unemployed competitors for low-skilled work, wages, hours of labour, and other conditions of employment are so regulated, as to present an attraction which just outweighs the alternatives open to the unemployed, viz. odd jobs, stealing, starving, and the poor-house.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: John a. Hobson,Helene H. Boll
ISBN-10: 1162681004
ISBN-13: 9781162681009
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 156
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.62lbs
Size: 9.25h x 7.50w x 0.33d