Slulms, Projects, and People: Social Psychological Problems of Relocation in Puerto Rico

Kurt W. Back

Published by Duke University Press, Durham, NC, 1962

About this Item

Pale gray covers have title in red on spine. Boards show some exposure, edgewear. Corners are bumped. See photos. Spine has red text and is faded with softened ends. Binding is strong. Pastedowns and feps have some toning. Interior is gently age-toned. Inside pages are free of writing and intentional marks. DJ looks nice behind Mylar and is backed with archival paper. Close examination of DJ reveals light edgewear, chipped corners, fading at spine, possible bumps, rubbing, and/or tiny closed tears. See photos.** PS2025.0423** 123 pages. 6 x 9.25 inches** A Very Good First edition copy, in publisher's Dust Jacket, of this sociological-psychological study of city planning, housing improvements, and their impact on communities.** The work is the outcome of in-depth interviews conducted in Puerto Rico with residents uprooted as slums were cleared and housing projects built. "This report reveal the underlying attitudes of individuals toward their homes and communities and implies a major adjustment of a person's self concept. Implications for the student of social change and individual decision-making are profound indeed." (Jacket)** With Appendices, including the Questionnaire.** "Postage for oversized and international shipping will be calculated by size and weight. AbeBooks shipping quotes are ESTIMATES only. Seller Inventory #010217"**.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Slulms, Projects, and People: Social Psychological Problems of Relocation in Puerto Rico
• Publisher: Duke University Press, Durham, NC
• Publication Date: 1962
• Language: English
• Binding: Hardcover
• Edition: 1st Edition
• Condition: Very Good
• Dust Jacket Condition: Good
• Weight: 64 ounces
• Seller catalogs:
  • First, Signed, Collectible, Limited Editions
  • Philosophy & Psychology
  • Essays & Studies