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A Century of Municipal Progress: 1835-1935

A Century of Municipal Progress: 1835-1935

Laski, Harold J.
Jennings, W. Ivor
Robson, William a.

Hardcover

Series: Routledge Revivals

General Political Science

ISBN10: 1041390971
ISBN13: 9781041390978
Publisher: Routledge
Published: Aug 31 2026
Pages: 510
Weight: 1.95
Height: 1.13 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English

First published in 1935, A Century of Municipal Progress: 1835-1935 edited by Harold J. Laski, W. Ivor Jennings, and William A. Robson, is a seminal exploration of the transformative evolution of local government in Britain over a century. This comprehensive volume examines the profound changes in municipal governance, from the pre-1835 era to the sweeping reforms of the 19th and early 20th centuries. Through chapters on topics such as public health, housing, education, transportation, public safety, and civic planning, the book highlights the pivotal role of local authorities in shaping modern urban life. It also delves into the administrative structures, financial systems, and the relationship between central and local governments. With contributions from leading scholars of the time, this work remains a cornerstone for understanding the history and development of municipal governance and a must read for students of public administration and political science.

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