Abstract
In second half of nineteenth century, when Paris became a modern urban center, problem of working-class housing emerged as a major issue. In this study Ann-Louise Shapiro examines reform activites of philanthropists, economist, municipal authorities, politicians, and public hygienists as they, together and separately, responded to quesitons of worker's foyer. Shapiro shows that hgousing cmapign touched all aspects of the social question. providing a rare perspective on political, social, and institutional readjustments required by a changing urbgan environment in nineteenth century France. Shapiro's work will prove important reading for students and scholars of French history, urban society and government, and public health issues.
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