Guide to the Ridge Hill Farms, Wellesley, Mass: And Social Science Reform; September, 1877 (Classic Reprint) - Softcover
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Explore a lively glimpse into 19th‑century reform and community planning at Ridge Hill Farms.
This pamphlet presents ideas for public health, education, and civic improvement tied to a proposed Massachusetts Institute of Cookery and a broader vision for city life in Boston and beyond.
This edition blends narrative commentary, proposed reforms, and practical proposals, inviting readers to consider how social science ideas could shape everyday life. It weaves together reflection on household life, public health, and the role of citizens in steering urban progress.- Understand the author’s views on reform clubs, public kitchens, and educational programs for women and youth.
- See how proposed institutions might deliver affordable food, promote health, and inform policy decisions.
- Learn about the social and civic debates of the era, including how cities might invest in public welfare.
- Explore a catalog-like guide to Ridge Hill Farms’ imagined attractions and practical plans for community betterment.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book is an extensive guide to Ridge Hill Farms, the elaborate estate of the author. It serves as a guide for visitors, with maps, diagrams, and descriptions of the many points of interest on the property. The author also discusses the history of the estate and its significance within the broader history of the area, focusing on the period after the American Civil War. There is also much discussion of personal anecdotes and observations of the author, providing both a unique perspective and a sense of the personality behind the guide. Through these insights, the author imparts valuable information on the founding and development of the estate, its historical significance, and its lasting legacy. 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 # 9781332134175_0
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