The Growth Of Cities In The Nineteenth Century: A Study In Statistics (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781430498551)

""The Growth of Cities in the Nineteenth Century: A Study in Statistics"" is a comprehensive analysis of urbanization trends in the United States during the 1800s. Written by Adna Ferrin Weber, a prominent American economist and sociologist, the book explores the factors that contributed to the rapid expansion of cities during this period, including industrialization, immigration, and technological advancements.Through a combination of statistical analysis and historical research, Weber provides a detailed examination of the growth patterns and demographic changes that occurred in cities across the country. He also discusses the social and economic implications of urbanization, including the rise of slums, the emergence of new forms of labor, and the development of urban political systems.Overall, ""The Growth of Cities in the Nineteenth Century"" is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of American cities and the forces that have shaped their development. It offers a nuanced and insightful perspective on the complex processes of urbanization and provides a framework for understanding the challenges and opportunities that cities continue to face today.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: Adna Ferrin Weber
ISBN-10: 1430498552
ISBN-13: 9781430498551
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 01/17/2007
Pages: 512
Format: Paperback
Weight: 1.92lbs
Size: 9.25h x 7.50w x 1.03d