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by Janice P. Nimura (Goodreads Author)

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Janice I found it interesting that at least one child was adopted from an orphanage with the understanding that she would spend her life as a servant. Can you tell us more about the history of this practice?

Helen Actually, a similar situation comes to mind in Charles Dickens' "Little Dorrit". One of the subplots is about Harriet Beadle, or Tatty, who was adopte…moreActually, a similar situation comes to mind in Charles Dickens' "Little Dorrit". One of the subplots is about Harriet Beadle, or Tatty, who was adopted from London Foundling Hospital. Its founder was Thomas Coram, so Tatty's name was changed to Tattycoram by her employer/adopter. Tatty was to wait on the adoptive family's daughter. (less)

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