A History of Housing in New York City
- 512 pages
- 18 hours of reading
Originally published as: A history of housing in New York City: dwelling type and social change in the American metropolis. New York: Columbia University Press, A1990. číst celé
Columbia History of Urban Life Series
This comprehensive series delves into the rich history of urban life across America, tracing its evolution from early settlements to the modern era. It meticulously examines the social, economic, and cultural transformations that shaped urban centers. Readers gain detailed insights into the lives of both ordinary citizens and influential figures who inhabited these dynamic environments. It's essential reading for anyone interested in the profound impact of cities on history and vice versa.
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Henry George and the Crisis of Inequality
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Edward T. O'Donnell's exploration of Henry George's life and times merges labor, ethnic, intellectual, and political history to illuminate the early labor movement in New York during the Gilded Age. George's accessible, forward-thinking ideas on democracy, equality, and freedom have tremendous... číst celé
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Milton A. Galamison and the Struggle to Integrate New York City Schools
- 304 pages
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Focusing on the life of Milton A. Galamison, a key yet underrecognized figure in New York's civil rights movement, the narrative explores his efforts to uplift the city's underprivileged children through integration. It delves into the intricate dynamics of urban politics, race relations, and the challenges of school reform, revealing the factors that led to the movement's decline just as change was on the horizon. This comprehensive account sheds light on a pivotal yet overlooked chapter in American history.