The History and Design of the Foundling Hospital

The 1858 account provides a detailed exploration of Thomas Coram's Foundling Hospital, which was established in London in 1741 to care for abandoned children. It serves as a complement to the author's earlier work, Chronicles, published in 1847, offering insights into the hospital's history, operations, and impact on society. The narrative highlights the challenges and triumphs faced by the institution and its significance in the context of social welfare during that era.