The Lodging House Problem In Boston

By Albert Benedict Wolfe

Book Overview

The Lodging House Problem In Boston is a non-fiction book written by Albert Benedict Wolfe. The book is a comprehensive study of the lodging house system in Boston during the early 20th century. The author examines the social and economic factors that contributed to the growth of the lodging house system, and the problems that arose as a result. The book begins with an overview of the lodging house system, including its history and development in Boston. The author then delves into the living conditions of the residents of these houses, including issues of sanitation, safety, and overcrowding. The book also explores the social and economic factors that led people to live in lodging houses, such as poverty, unemployment, and migration.Throughout the book, the author provides detailed accounts of individual lodging houses and their residents, drawing on firsthand observations and interviews. The book also includes statistical data and analysis to support its arguments.Overall, The Lodging House Problem In Boston is a thorough and insightful examination of a significant social issue in early 20th century Boston. The book provides a valuable historical perspective on the challenges faced by urban residents during this time period, and sheds light on the ongoing struggle to provide safe and affordable housing for all.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1163232483
• ISBN13: 9781163232484
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 210 Pages
• Weight: 0.81 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 7.5" x 9.3"