Prostitution And Its Repression In New York City 1900-1931 Hardback - 2008

Prostitution And Its Repression In New York City 1900-1931 is a historical analysis of the regulation and repression of prostitution in New York City during the early 20th century. Written by Willoughby Cyrus Waterman, the book examines the social, political, and economic factors that contributed to the growth of prostitution in the city and the efforts made by authorities to control it.Waterman provides a detailed account of the various measures taken by the police and other agencies to suppress prostitution, including the use of vice squads, crackdowns on brothels and streetwalkers, and the establishment of reform institutions for women involved in prostitution. He also explores the role of social reformers and feminists in advocating for the abolition of prostitution and the protection of women's rights.Through extensive research and analysis of primary sources, Waterman sheds light on the complex and often contradictory attitudes towards prostitution in early 20th century New York City. He examines the ways in which prostitution was both condemned as a moral and social evil, and tolerated as a necessary evil for the benefit of men.Overall, Prostitution And Its Repression In New York City 1900-1931 offers a fascinating and informative insight into the history of prostitution and its regulation in one of America's most iconic cities. It is a valuable resource for historians, sociologists, and anyone interested in the social and cultural history of New York City.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.