The Almshouse: Construction And Management (1911)

By Alexander Johnson

Book Overview

The Almshouse: Construction And Management is a book written by Alexander Johnson and originally published in 1911. The book is a comprehensive guide to the design, construction, and management of almshouses, which were charitable institutions established to provide housing for the poor and elderly. The book covers a wide range of topics related to almshouse construction and management, including the history of almshouses, the legal and financial aspects of establishing and running an almshouse, and the design and construction of almshouse buildings. The book also provides detailed guidance on the day-to-day management of an almshouse, including the care of residents, the administration of charitable funds, and the maintenance of the almshouse facilities. Overall, The Almshouse: Construction And Management is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history and practice of providing housing for the poor and elderly, and a fascinating glimpse into the social welfare policies of the early 20th century.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1437102360
• ISBN13: 9781437102369
• Release Date: October 2008
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 284 Pages
• Weight: 0.84 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"