Publisher's Synopsis
""The Communistic Societies of the United States: From Personal Visit and Observation"" is a non-fiction book written by Charles Nordhoff. Published in 1875, the book provides a comprehensive account of the various communistic societies that existed in the United States during the 19th century. Nordhoff, a journalist and social reformer, visited and observed several of these communities firsthand, and his book offers a detailed analysis of their social and economic structures, as well as their beliefs and practices. The book covers a wide range of communities, including the Shakers, the Oneida Community, the Amana Colonies, and the Harmony Society, among others. Nordhoff's writing is both informative and engaging, providing readers with a fascinating glimpse into a little-known aspect of American history. Overall, ""The Communistic Societies of the United States"" is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of communal living and social experimentation in America.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
