9781333205461 - The Playground, Vol. 3: April, 1909 March, 1910 (Classic Reprint) von Stewart, Seth Thayer (3 Ergebnisse)

PAP. Zustand: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Zustand: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Zustand: New. Print on Demand. This book is a fascinating look at the early days of the playground movement in America, specifically focusing on the city of Detroit. The author, a passionate advocate for children's well-being, provides a detailed account of the challenges and triumphs of establishing playgrounds in a time when the concept was considered novel and even controversial. The book delves into the history of the movement, exploring how it originated from a desire to provide safe and supervised spaces for children, particularly during the summer months. We learn about the resistance the author faced from city officials who initially dismissed the idea as frivolous, and the perseverance required to convince them of its value. The book also examines the broader social context of the playground movement, highlighting the changing attitudes towards children and their need for play. It touches upon the evolving ideas of social reform, emphasizing how playgrounds could serve as spaces for character development, promoting social harmony and civic responsibility. The author's vision goes beyond simple recreation, advocating for playgrounds that offer opportunities for manual training and even, "workgrounds" where play and learning could be intertwined. The book provides a valuable glimpse into the early 20th-century landscape of urban development and social progress, illustrating how the development of playgrounds was intertwined with the desire for a better and more equitable society. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.