The Twentieth Century City (1898) - Josiah Strong - Bog

The Twentieth Century City is a book written by Josiah Strong and originally published in 1898. It is a comprehensive study of the development of cities in the 20th century, examining the social, economic, and political factors that shape urban life. Strong explores the impact of industrialization, immigration, and urbanization on the growth of cities, and discusses the challenges faced by urban planners and policymakers in dealing with issues such as poverty, crime, and sanitation. The book also looks at the role of religion and morality in shaping the urban environment, and considers the potential for cities to be transformed into more equitable and sustainable communities. Strong's insights and observations remain relevant today, as cities continue to grow and evolve in response to changing social and economic conditions. The Twentieth Century City is an important historical document that provides valuable insights into the challenges and opportunities facing urban communities in the 21st century.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile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.