Young Men's Christian Associations Of North America

By Henry Summerfield Ninde

Book Overview

The ""Young Men's Christian Associations of North America"" is a historical book written by Henry Summerfield Ninde and published in the year 1900. The book provides an in-depth study of the Young Men's Christian Association (YMCA), which was a popular organization in North America during the late 19th century. The YMCA was founded in London, England in 1844, and it quickly spread to other parts of the world, including North America. The book discusses the history of the YMCA in North America, including its origins, growth, and development. It also covers the various activities and programs offered by the YMCA, such as religious education, physical fitness, and social activities. The book provides a detailed analysis of the role that the YMCA played in the lives of young men during this period, and how it helped shape their values, beliefs, and behaviors.Additionally, the book also delves into the challenges and controversies that the YMCA faced during its early years, such as criticisms over its religious focus and its perceived elitism. It also explores the ways in which the YMCA adapted to changing social and cultural trends, such as the rise of urbanization and the emergence of new forms of entertainment.Overall, ""Young Men�������s Christian Associations Of North America"" is a comprehensive and informative book that provides a fascinating glimpse into the history of the YMCA and its impact on North American society during the late 19th century.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: 116716914X
• ISBN13: 9781167169144
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 62 Pages
• Weight: 0.27 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 7.5" x 9.3"