The Settlement Idea: A Vision Of Social Justice

""The Settlement Idea: A Vision of Social Justice"" by Arthur C. Holden is a book that explores the concept of settlement houses and their role in promoting social justice. Settlement houses were community centers that were established in the late 19th and early 20th centuries to address the needs of urban immigrants and the poor. Holden argues that the settlement idea was a visionary response to the social problems of the time and that it remains relevant today. The book provides a historical overview of the settlement movement and its key figures, including Jane Addams and Ellen Gates Starr, who founded Hull House in Chicago. It also examines the various programs and services offered by settlement houses, such as education, healthcare, and recreation, and how they helped to empower individuals and communities. Holden argues that the settlement idea was not just a response to poverty and inequality, but also a vision of social justice that emphasized the importance of community and collective action. He explores the ways in which settlement houses fostered social and political engagement and helped to build a sense of solidarity among diverse groups of people. Overall, ""The Settlement Idea: A Vision of Social Justice"" is a thought-provoking and insightful book that sheds light on an important chapter in American history and offers valuable lessons for contemporary social justice movements.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.