Dirty Dustbins and Sloppy Streets (eBook)

A Practical Treatise on the Scavenging and Cleansing of Cities and Towns

H. Percy Boulnois (Autor)

eBook Download: EPUB

2019
247 Seiten
Good Press (Verlag)
406-406615204-8 (EAN)

Infos

In "Dirty Dustbins and Sloppy Streets," H. Percy Boulnois offers a vivid exploration of urban decay and the socio-political ramifications of neglect in the modern city. Through a rich tapestry of descriptive prose and sharp, often sardonic wit, Boulnois examines the oft-overlooked aspects of urban life, drawing connections between environmental degradation and societal apathy. The work incorporates an investigative narrative style, blending personal anecdotes with factual research to expose the underlying systemic issues contributing to urban filth and disorder. H. Percy Boulnois is celebrated for his unique voice and pioneering perspectives drawn from his experiences as an urban sociologist. His deep engagement with city life, augmented by a background in environmental studies, provided fertile ground for his critical examination of municipal shortcomings. Boulnois'Äôs prior works often reflect a keen awareness of the intersection between urban environments and public policy, which informs the poignant arguments presented in this latest contribution. "Dirty Dustbins and Sloppy Streets" is a compelling read for anyone interested in urban studies, environmental advocacy, or social justice. Boulnois'Äôs incisive observations challenge readers to reconsider their relationship with the spaces they inhabit and inspire a renewed sense of responsibility toward the collective environment.

Produkt-Details

• Erscheint lt. Verlag: 18.12.2019
• Verlagsort: Prague
• Sprache: englisch
• Themenwelt: Geisteswissenschaften ► Geschichte
• Themenwelt: Sozialwissenschaften ► Soziologie ► Spezielle Soziologien
• Schlagworte: 19th century • 19th century novels • authenticity in fiction • authentic urban life • british authors • Classic Literature • Early 20th Century • England • environmental technology • grimy city landscapes • gritty character portrayal • historical social issues • History • Journalistic narrative style • literary fiction • poverty and struggle • Public Health • Realism in literature • Refuse and refuse disposal • sanitary engineering • Sanitation • satirical literature • Social commentary • urban novels • urban social realism • Victorian Era • working class challenges • working class literature