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From mutual aid to the welfare state : fraternal societies and social services, 1890-1967 /

Apart from churches, more Americans belonged to fraternal societies than any other kind of voluntary organization. This book explores the history and cultural significance of these organizations, arguing that changing cultural attitudes and an expanding welfare state propelled their decline.

Bibliographic Details
Call Number:Libro Electrónico
Main Author: Beito, David T., 1956-
Format: Electronic eBook
Language:Inglés
Published: Chapel Hill : University of North Carolina Press, ©2000.
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Online Access:Texto completo

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