Octavia Hill

Broschiertes Buch

Our Common Land

Beschreibung

"Our Common Land (and Other Short Essays)" by Octavia Hill offers a vital perspective on land use, social reform, and the importance of open spaces. This collection of essays, meticulously prepared for print republication, examines the concept of the commons in Great Britain, advocating for the preservation of these shared resources for the benefit of all. Hill's work delves into the social and environmental implications of land management, highlighting the crucial role of accessible urban spaces and the need for responsible stewardship. Her insights resonate deeply with contemporary concerns about environmentalism and the equitable distribution of natural resources. A powerful voice in the movement for social justice, Octavia Hill's reflections on the commons serve as a timeless reminder of the interconnectedness between society and the environment, making this book essential reading for anyone interested in the history of social thought and the ongoing struggle to protect our shared heritage. Explore the roots of modern land-use debates and discover the enduring relevance of Hill's pioneering ideas. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

Autor

Octavia Hill was an English social reformer who focused on the well-being of city dwellers, particularly in London, in the second half of the nineteenth century. She was born into a family of radical thinkers and reformers who were deeply committed to reducing poverty, and she grew up in difficult circumstances as a result of her father's business failures. Her mother educated her at home, and she began working for the welfare of workers when she was 14 years old. Hill was a driving factor in the construction of communal housing, and her early association with John Ruskin allowed her to put her theories into action with the help of his initial investment. Hill was also concerned about the availability of open areas for low-income people. She battled against development in existing suburban woodlands and helped to prevent construction on London's Hampstead Heath and Parliament Hill Fields. She was one of the three founding members of the National Trust, which was established to preserve places of historical interest or natural beauty for the enjoyment of the British people. She was a founding member of the Charity Organisation Society (now Family Action), which organised philanthropic funds and pioneered a home-visiting program that laid the groundwork for modern social work. She was on the Royal Commission on Poor Laws in 1905.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Creative Media Partners, LLC
• Seitenzahl: 80
• Erscheinungstermin: 29. März 2025
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 234mm x 156mm x 4mm
• Gewicht: 122g
• ISBN-13: 9781023432573
• ISBN-10: 1023432579
• Artikelnr.: 73994232