This book, a compelling study on the lives and aspirations of 16-25 year old rural American youth conducted in 1936-1937, delves into the social, occupational and economic circumstances of this segment of the US population during a specific period in American agricultural history. The author, an agricultural sociologist, conducted a survey of 472 young people in five Maryland counties to collect data on their challenges, interests, and visions for the future. The book's findings on the educational, employment and leisure pursuits of rural youth provide insights into the issues faced by this demographic group during the Great Depression. Amidst the economic hardships of the time, the study observed the resilience of young rural Americans and their determination to improve their lives, making this book a valuable contribution to the historical understanding of American youth during this transformative era.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book, a compelling study on the lives and aspirations of 16-25 year old rural American youth conducted in 1936-1937, delves into the social, occupational and economic circumstances of this segment of the US population during a specific period in American agricultural history. The author, an agricultural sociologist, conducted a survey of 472 young people in five Maryland counties to collect data on their challenges, interests, and visions for the future. The book's findings on the educational, employment and leisure pursuits of rural youth provide insights into the issues faced by this demographic group during the Great Depression. Amidst the economic hardships of the time, the study observed the resilience of young rural Americans and their determination to improve their lives, making this book a valuable contribution to the historical understanding of American youth during this transformative era. 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. Seller Inventory # 9780265009635_0
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