The ugly laws

Description:

In the late-19th and early-20th centuries, municipal laws targeting 'unsightly beggars' sprang up in cities across America. This book uncovers the murky history behind the laws, situating the varied legislation in its historical context and exploring the details of the laws.

subjects: Beggars,  Discrimination against people with disabilities,  History,  Law and legislation,  Legal status, laws,  People with disabilities,  People with disabilities, legal status, laws, etc.,  Discrimination against people with disabilities, law and legislation,  People with mental disabilities,  United states, social conditions,  Hässlicher Mensch,  Öffentlicher Raum,  Ausgrenzung,  Diskriminierung,  Gesetz,  Behinderter,  Bettler,  Disabled Persons,  Legislation & jurisprudence,  History, 19th Century,  History, 20th Century,  Prejudice

Places: United States