The Growth of Voluntary Associations in America, 1840-1940

Reference Type Journal Article
Year of Publication
1999
Contributors Author: Gerald Gamm
Author: Robert D. Putnam
Journal
Journal of Interdisciplinary History
Volume
29
Issue
4
Pagination
511-557
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Excellent historical overview of rise of associations. Includes Masonic lodges, Episcopal churches, affiliates of the General Federation of Women's Clubs, and Rotary Clubs.