University Settlements: Their Point And Drift is a book written by Robert Archey Woods in 1899. The book explores the concept of university settlements, which were established in the late 19th century in the United States and England. These settlements were created to address the social problems that arose from the rapid urbanization of cities during the Industrial Revolution.The book discusses the origins of university settlements, their purpose, and the methods used to achieve their goals. Woods also examines the impact of university settlements on the communities they served and the individuals who participated in them. He argues that university settlements provide a valuable opportunity for students and residents to engage in social work and community service, while also promoting education and cultural exchange.Throughout the book, Woods provides detailed case studies of university settlements in New York City, Chicago, and London. He also discusses the challenges and criticisms faced by university settlements, including accusations of paternalism and the tension between the desire to serve the community and the need to maintain academic rigor.Overall, University Settlements: Their Point And Drift is a comprehensive examination of the university settlement movement and its impact on social reform in the late 19th century. The book remains a valuable resource for scholars and historians interested in the history of social work and community service.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
