Single Tax Movement In The United States (1916)

The Single Tax Movement In The United States, written by Arthur Nichols Young and published in 1916, is a historical account of the single tax movement in the United States. The book explores the origins and evolution of the movement, which aimed to replace all other taxes with a single tax on land value. Young begins by providing a brief overview of the history of taxation in the United States, including the various taxes that were in place prior to the single tax movement. He then delves into the origins of the movement, tracing its roots back to the writings of Henry George in the late 19th century. The book goes on to explore the various individuals and organizations that played a role in the single tax movement, including the Single Tax League, the Henry George School of Social Science, and the Women's Single Tax League. Young also examines the political and economic factors that contributed to the movement's growth and decline over time. Throughout the book, Young provides detailed examples and case studies of how the single tax would work in practice, as well as arguments for and against the movement. He also discusses the impact that the movement had on American society, including its influence on the Progressive Era and the rise of urban reform movements. Overall, The Single Tax Movement In The United States provides a comprehensive overview of a significant moment in American history, shedding light on a movement that continues to have relevance today.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.