The Philadelphia Almshouse And The Philadelphia Hospital - Charles Karsner Mills - Bog

""The Philadelphia Almshouse And The Philadelphia Hospital: From 1854 To 1908"" is a historical text written by Charles Karsner Mills in 1908. The book provides a detailed account of the history of the Philadelphia Almshouse and the Philadelphia Hospital, two institutions that played an important role in the city's social and medical landscape during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. The author explores the origins of these institutions, their development over time, and the various challenges they faced in providing care to the city's poor and sick. Mills draws on a wide range of primary sources, including official reports, newspaper articles, and personal accounts, to paint a vivid picture of life in these institutions and the broader social and political context in which they operated. The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of healthcare and social welfare in the United States, as well as those interested in the history of Philadelphia specifically.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.