Joseph Harley

Joseph Harley, a historian at Anglia Ruskin University, joins the conversation to discuss his co-edited work, exploring the material culture of the poor in Britain. He highlights the surprising variety of objects owned by impoverished individuals, challenging misconceptions about poverty. Harley tackles the complexity of defining 'poor' across different contexts and showcases fascinating chapters on topics like repurposed wooden egg boxes and the emotional significance of makeshift dolls for working-class girls. The discussion promises fresh insights into the history of poverty through objects.