Fifty Years Of Association Work Among Young Women, 1866-1916 (1916) (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781164645320)

Fifty Years Of Association Work Among Young Women, 1866-1916 is a historical book written by Elizabeth Wilson. The book provides a detailed account of the association work carried out among young women between the years 1866 and 1916. The author, who was a prominent member of the Young Women's Christian Association (YWCA), offers a comprehensive overview of the growth and development of the organization over the fifty-year period.The book begins with a brief history of the YWCA and its founding in London in 1855. The author then goes on to describe the early years of the organization in the United States, including its establishment in Boston in 1866. The book covers a wide range of topics related to the YWCA, including the organization's mission and goals, its leadership structure, its programs and services, and its impact on the lives of young women.Throughout the book, the author provides numerous examples of the YWCA's work in various communities across the country. She describes the organization's efforts to provide housing, education, and employment opportunities for young women, as well as its work in promoting social and political reform. The book also includes a number of personal anecdotes and stories from women who were involved with the YWCA.Overall, Fifty Years Of Association Work Among Young Women, 1866-1916 is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of the YWCA and its impact on the lives of young women in the United States. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the organization's work and achievements, and offers a unique perspective on the challenges and opportunities faced by women during this important period in American history.A History Of Young Women�������s Christian Associations In The United States.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.

Author: Elizabeth Wilson
ISBN-10: 1164645323
ISBN-13: 9781164645320
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 472
Format: Paperback
Weight: 1.38lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.95d