London Labour and the London Poor
What does Mayhew say someone who is unable to work must do and how does he feel about those able to work who won't?
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Someone who is physically or mentally unable to work must rely on others, or on charity. However, some people who are physically and mentally able to work choose not to do so. Mayhew sees this as a moral defect present in vagrants, vagabonds and criminals.