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Holborn Union Workhouse
Holborn Union Workhouse - View over street and wall to 3-storey building. Men walking on pavement. Part of Box 318 Boswell Collection - Dickens. Date: circa 1900
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© The Boswell Collection, Bexley Heritage Trust / Mary Evans
Dickens Holborn Storey Workhouse
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1. Title: A Glimpse into the Past: Holborn Union Workhouse, London, circa 1900 This evocative photograph, taken circa 1900, offers a haunting glimpse into the past, providing a window into the world of Holborn Union Workhouse in London. The image, part of the Boswell Collection, is a testament to the historical significance of this once-controversial institution, immortalized in the works of Charles Dickens. The photograph captures a view over the street and the imposing three-story workhouse building. The men, dressed in shabby clothing, can be seen walking on the pavement, their faces etched with the weight of their circumstances. The workhouse wall, with its high, unforgiving brick facade, looms in the background, a stark reminder of the stark reality faced by the less fortunate in Victorian England. The lantern slide, an early form of photographic projection, transports us back in time, allowing us to witness the somber atmosphere that once pervaded the area. The workhouse, established to provide relief to the destitute, was a place of last resort for many, and the image underscores the harsh living conditions endured by its inhabitants. Charles Dickens, a prominent social critic and novelist, famously depicted the plight of the workhouse in his works, including "Oliver Twist" and "Bleak House." This photograph, with its poignant depiction of the workhouse and its residents, adds another layer to the rich historical narrative that Dickens helped to create. The image, though a stark reminder of the past, also serves as a reminder of the importance of social welfare and the ongoing efforts to address poverty and inequality. The Holborn Union Workhouse, though a relic of a bygone era, continues to resonate with us, offering valuable insights into the social and historical fabric of Victorian England.
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