Prostitution, Considered in Its Moral, Social & Sanitary Aspects, in London and Other Large Cities

First published in 1857, 'Prostitution Considered' is a groundbreaking study of the sex trade in Victorian England. William Acton, a physician and social reformer, provides a detailed analysis of the causes and consequences of prostitution, as well as a series of proposals for addressing the problem. This book remains a vital resource for anyone interested in the history of social reform and the study of sexuality.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 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.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.