The Houses of Providence: A Study of Present Conditions and Tendencies, With Notes on the Surrounding Communities and Some Mill Villages (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

John Ihlder

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0267864604 ISBN 13: 9780267864607

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2018

Synopsis

Explore the housing realities of Providence and its surrounding communities.

This non‑fiction study surveys present conditions and future trends in urban living, with notes on nearby towns and mill villages. It blends historical context with practical analysis to show how homes, yards, and daily life shape the city’s past, present, and possibilities.

The book investigates how dwellings are built, used, and managed, and what these patterns mean for families, neighborhoods, and public health. It offers a grounded look at sanitation, waste disposal, and housing policy, drawing on real inspections and on the work of local organizations and professionals.

• Understand the forces shaping Providence’s housing, from street layouts to dwelling types
• Learn how standards of living influence daily life, including housekeeping and amenities
• See how community groups, health officials, and charities address housing challenges
• Review suggested policies and actions that could improve safety, cleanliness, and livability

Ideal for readers interested in urban history, housing policy, and how city life evolves through everyday choices and collective action.

Edition details

• Publisher: Forgotten Books
• Publication date: 2018
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0267864604
• ISBN 13: 9780267864607
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 138