The Condition of the Working Class in England

Interesting Facts

• The book is one of the first systematic studies of the living and working conditions of the working class in England in the 19th century.
• Engels wrote the book based on his observations and experiences during his stay in Manchester, where he worked at a textile factory owned by his father.
• Engels' work had a significant influence on the development of socialist thought and became an important source for Karl Marx when writing "Das Kapital".
• The book provides a detailed account of harsh working conditions, low wages, poor housing, and lack of rights for workers, highlighting the need for social reforms.
• Engels used statistical data, reports, and personal observations to support his arguments and depict the real picture of the working class's life.
• The book also examines the impact of industrialization on society and nature, including environmental pollution and the deterioration of public health.
• Engels emphasizes that improving workers' living conditions is only possible through collective action and political struggle.