The Daily Life of a Victorian Street Seller

Spend a day on the city streets with Joss, a Victorian child. Wake up with her and follow her to work as she sells her wares on the streets. See what she eats and where she sleeps, and learn about the many hardships she has to overcome. This beautifully-illustrated book vividly explores what life was like for poor children in the Victorian era. Packed with quotes from writings of the time, as well as lots of facts and observations, it offers a fascinating insight into a working child’s experiences, and into British life during Victorian times.

Includes a timeline, glossary and suggested reading list.