Virginia's Social Awakening: The Contribution of Dr. Mastin and the Board of Charities and Corrections (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781419166006)

""Virginia's Social Awakening: The Contribution of Dr. Mastin and the Board of Charities and Corrections"" is a book written by Arthur W. James. The book explores the social and political changes that took place in Virginia during the early 20th century. Specifically, it focuses on the contributions of Dr. Mastin and the Board of Charities and Corrections in bringing about these changes.The book begins by providing a historical context for the social and political climate in Virginia during the early 1900s. It then delves into the life and work of Dr. Mastin, who was instrumental in bringing about reforms in the state's mental health system. The book also explores the role of the Board of Charities and Corrections in advocating for better living conditions for prisoners and promoting education and vocational training for inmates.Throughout the book, James provides detailed accounts of the challenges faced by Dr. Mastin and the Board of Charities and Corrections in their efforts to bring about change. He also highlights the impact of their work on the broader social and political landscape in Virginia.Overall, ""Virginia's Social Awakening"" is a comprehensive and insightful look at the efforts of Dr. Mastin and the Board of Charities and Corrections to bring about social and political change in early 20th century Virginia. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of social reform 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: Arthur W. James
ISBN-10: 141916600X
ISBN-13: 9781419166006
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 05/04/2005
Pages: 212
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.70lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.48d