The Water Question (Classic Reprint): Reply of President Tevis of Bay Cities Water Co; To Mr. Chickering - Couverture souple

Tevis, William S.

9781333297916: The Water Question (Classic Reprint): Reply of President Tevis of Bay Cities Water Co; To Mr. Chickering

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ISBN 10 : 1333297912 ISBN 13 : 9781333297916

Editeur : Forgotten Books, 2018

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This book delves into a pivotal moment in American history, exploring the struggle for control of a vital resource: water. Set against the backdrop of early 20th-century Oakland, California, the author recounts a fierce battle between the burgeoning city and the established Contra Costa Water Company. The book illuminates the complexities of municipal ownership versus private enterprise, analyzing the competing arguments and strategies employed by both sides. Through a series of letters, the author reveals the passionate and often bitter debates surrounding water rates, environmental concerns, and the very nature of democratic governance. This exchange of views underscores the deep social and economic tensions of the era, as the city grapples with its expanding needs, while powerful corporations fight to maintain their hold on vital infrastructure. The book� s exploration of this struggle provides valuable insights into the enduring challenges of managing scarce resources and balancing individual and collective interests in the context of a rapidly developing nation.

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�diteur: Forgotten Books
Date d'�dition: 2018
Langue: anglais
ISBN 10: 1333297912
ISBN 13: 9781333297916
Reliure: Broch�
Nombre de pages: 32
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William S. Tevis

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ISBN 10 : 1333297912 ISBN 13 : 9781333297916

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Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book delves into a pivotal moment in American history, exploring the struggle for control of a vital resource: water. Set against the backdrop of early 20th-century Oakland, California, the author recounts a fierce battle between the burgeoning city and the established Contra Costa Water Company. The book illuminates the complexities of municipal ownership versus private enterprise, analyzing the competing arguments and strategies employed by both sides. Through a series of letters, the author reveals the passionate and often bitter debates surrounding water rates, environmental concerns, and the very nature of democratic governance. This exchange of views underscores the deep social and economic tensions of the era, as the city grapples with its expanding needs, while powerful corporations fight to maintain their hold on vital infrastructure. The bookâ� �s exploration of this struggle provides valuable insights into the enduring challenges of managing scarce resources and balancing individual and collective interests in the context of a rapidly developing nation. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. N� de r�f. du vendeur 9781333297916_0

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