Isbn: 9781330538364 - the lodging house problem in boston (classic reprint) (3 resultados)

PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condición: New. Print on Demand. This book examines the social and economic implications of lodging houses, a type of shared housing where nightly or weekly payment secures a simple room to sleep in. Emerging in the Boston of the late nineteenth century, these establishments arose as a cheaper alternative to boarding houses for the city's growing class of single, working-class residents. Though initially associated with the urban poor, these lodging houses gradually evolved to house a broad range of individuals, from young professionals to struggling families, providing a crucial form of accommodation in a rapidly changing urban environment. The author delves into the economic forces that shaped the rise and character of lodging houses, the challenges faced by their residents, and the impact these establishments had on the city's social fabric. The exploration of lodging houses offers a unique perspective on the complexities of urban life, illuminating the interplay between economic opportunity, social transformation, and the pursuit of shelter in an ever-evolving metropolis. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.…