Publisher's Synopsis
The Jukes is a book written by Robert Louis Dugdale in 1910. It is a sociological study of a family known as the Jukes, who were believed to be a notorious criminal and immoral family in upstate New York. The book is divided into several chapters, each of which explores different aspects of the Jukes family, including their genealogy, living conditions, education, and criminal activities.Dugdale's study of the Jukes family is based on extensive research, including interviews with family members, court records, and other historical documents. The book provides a detailed account of the Jukes family's history, tracing their origins back to the early 18th century. Dugdale also examines the environmental and social factors that contributed to the family's criminal behavior and poverty.The Jukes is considered a pioneering work in the field of social science, and its findings have influenced the study of criminology and sociology. It is also regarded as a classic example of early American social research. The book is written in a clear and concise style, making it accessible to both academic and general readers. Overall, The Jukes is a fascinating and insightful study of a family that has become synonymous with criminality and deviance in American popular culture.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.
