The Rise of the American City

Analyzes the growth of American cities as a result of the influx of immigrants in the 19th century from foreign countries and in recent years from farms. Shows that such problems as poor housing, poverty, and rioting increased with the sharp increase in population and have exploded as the immigration continues. Interviews John Lindsay of New York and Godfrey Cambridge who express hope for the city if the interpersonal relationships of its inhabitants are based on mutual respect., Analyzes the growth of American cities as a result of the influx of immigrants in the 19th century from foreign countries and in recent years from farms. Shows that such problems as poor housing, poverty, and rioting increased with the sharp increase in population and have exploded as the immigration continues. Interviews John Lindsay of New York and Godfrey Cambridge who express hope for the city if the interpersonal relationships of its inhabitants are based on mutual respect.