The Rural Life Problem Of The United States: Notes Of An Irish Observer (1910)

By Horace Curzon Plunkett

Book Overview

The Rural Life Problem Of The United States: Notes Of An Irish Observer (1910) is a book written by Horace Plunkett, an Irish agricultural reformer and politician. In this book, Plunkett examines the challenges facing rural communities in the United States at the turn of the 20th century. He draws on his experiences in Ireland, where he played a key role in the cooperative movement, to offer insights into how American farmers could improve their economic and social conditions.Plunkett argues that the rural life problem in the United States is characterized by a lack of organization and cooperation among farmers, which has led to low productivity, poor living conditions, and social isolation. He proposes a range of solutions, including the establishment of cooperative societies, the adoption of modern agricultural techniques, and the provision of better education and healthcare services.Throughout the book, Plunkett provides detailed examples of successful cooperative ventures in Ireland and other countries, and he urges American farmers to embrace these models. He also addresses broader social and political issues, such as the need for rural electrification and the importance of government support for agricultural research and extension services.Overall, The Rural Life Problem Of The United States: Notes Of An Irish Observer (1910) is a seminal work in the history of American agricultural reform. It offers a compelling analysis of the challenges facing rural communities and provides practical solutions for addressing them.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: 1163937509
• ISBN13: 9781163937501
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 188 Pages
• Weight: 0.57 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 6.0" x 9.0"