The Principles of Relief (Classic Reprint) - Softcover

Edward T. Devine

 
9781332064441: The Principles of Relief (Classic Reprint)

Synopsis

This book explores the depth of the relief problem in modern communities, providing guidance to improve existing relief systems. The author's perspective is that social progress should provide an equitable distribution of wealth, with a focus on preventing dependency and alleviating hardship through effective relief. Drawing on case studies, this book explores factors that contribute to dependency, such as unemployment, death, and illness, arguing that relief measures can break the cycle of social misfortune and promote social progress by addressing causes and effects. The book provides practical guidance for managing relief by managing the standard of living, highlighting the importance of maintaining physical vitality and moral character, preventing disease, and providing suitable housing. It emphasizes the need for an accurate understanding of the facts, the elimination of fraud, and an investigation to determine the extent to which charitable relief is required for each case. Ultimately, the book argues for a comprehensive and well-defined relief policy that ensures a more equitable distribution of society's surplus, preventing the suffering and neglect that often accompany economic and social change.

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