Chronology of Housing in the United States |
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Author:
| Wright, Russell O. |
ISBN: | 978-0-7864-3033-8 |
Publication Date: | May 2007 |
Publisher: | McFarland & Company, Incorporated Publishers
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Book Format: | Paperback |
List Price: | USD $29.95USD $3.00 |
Book Description:
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Explores the development of housing in the United States from the arrival of the first settlers onwards. This chronology traces America's growth from its rural beginnings to its suburban sprawl and discusses how the nation has dealt with the three major issues of housing development: water supply, sanitation and, to a decreasing degree, defense.
Explores the development of housing in the United States from the arrival of the first settlers onwards. This chronology traces America's growth from its rural beginnings to its suburban sprawl and discusses how the nation has dealt with the three major issues of housing development: water supply, sanitation and, to a decreasing degree, defense.