The Bondage Of Cities (1900)

The Bondage of Cities is a book written by Frank Parsons and first published in 1900. It is a critical analysis of the social and economic conditions of American cities during the late 19th century. The author argues that the rapid growth of urbanization and industrialization had led to the exploitation of the working class and the creation of a vast underclass of poverty-stricken individuals.Parsons discusses various issues related to urbanization, such as housing, sanitation, transportation, and labor conditions. He also examines the role of government and the need for social reforms to address the problems faced by urban dwellers.The book is divided into four parts, each focusing on a different aspect of urban life. The first part examines the physical conditions of cities, including the overcrowding, pollution, and lack of green spaces. The second part discusses the economic conditions of urban life, including the exploitation of workers and the concentration of wealth in the hands of a few.The third part looks at the political conditions of cities, including the corruption and inefficiency of local governments. The final part of the book proposes solutions to the problems faced by urban dwellers, such as the need for better housing, public transportation, and social services.Overall, The Bondage of Cities is a seminal work in the history of urban studies and a call to action for social reformers to address the issues faced by urban dwellers. It remains relevant today as cities continue to face many of the same challenges that Parsons identified over a century ago.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.