Boyville

<p>Boyville: A History of Fifteen Years' Work Among Newsboys by John E. Gunckel offers a compelling glimpse into the lives of newsboys in Toledo Ohio at the turn of the 20th century. More than just a chronicle this work provides a valuable historical record of urban life and the social reform movements dedicated to assisting working children. <p/>Gunckel's dedication shines through as he documents his fifteen years of work among these young entrepreneurs. Boyville delves into the challenges and triumphs faced by newsboys shedding light on the pervasive issue of child labor. A poignant exploration of a specific time and place this book resonates with enduring themes of social justice and community. Readers interested in biography social activism urban sociology or the history of penology will find this work a fascinating and insightful read.<br></p><p>This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.</p><p>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.</p><p>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.</p>