Centuries of progress?
How contemporary childhood and lifestyles compare with those of 200 years ago
Work and play
The place of work, play, and religion, in the lives of children, rich and poor, from medieval to modern times
Bringing up baby
The wild swings of fashion in what is best for babies
History lessons
What history can teach us about children's experiences today
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