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Modern Mansions. A solution of the housing, the servant, and the drink problems, by a rational, an evolutionary, and a scientific method of housing reform. BRADSHAW Lewis [21581]

Modern Mansions.

Published: Kettering, author published,
Date: 1908.
Description: Fold-out frontis (view of a central block), 79pp, incl 5 plans (4 being fold-outs). Foreword by Philip Snowden. Inscribed by the author on blank front end paper. Pictorial wraps. 22x14. Tiny chip to head of spine, discreet name on cover, but a nice bright copy.
Notes: A rare and fascinating work, not quoted in the usual reference works (Ashworth, Hardy etc). The author, a member of the ILP, advocates co-operative group living, including purpose-built structures, with communal dining rooms, sports & play areas etc. These would be attached work places. Not surprisingly, Godin is quoted as an influence, also Upton Sinclair. Plans and elevations of Bradshaw’s ideas are provided by Bird & Batley, Architects, of Brentwood & London.
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Price: £150.00