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'Waifs, and Their Authors' (1879) by Alphonso Alva Hopkins is a collection of essays that delves into the theme of poverty and its representation in literature. Hopkins examines the lives of impoverished individuals-the titular ’waifs’-and critiques the ways in which authors have portrayed them. The book serves as both a literary analysis and a commentary on social conditions of the late 19th century.Hopkins’ work offers insights into the cultural attitudes toward poverty during this period, exploring the intersections of literature and social reform. Readers interested in literary criticism, social history, and the representation of marginalized communities will find 'Waifs, and Their Authors' to be a compelling and thought-provoking read. This volume provides a valuable perspective on a topic that remains relevant today, highlighting the enduring power of literature to shape perceptions and inspire change.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
