The Homeless
The Homeless by Christopher Jencks, published by Harvard University Press in 1994, is a first edition that spans 161 pages. This book addresses the complex issue of homelessness in America, exploring its prevalence, causes, and potential solutions. Jencks, recognized for his analysis of social problems, investigates various factors contributing to homelessness, including the deinstitutionalization of the mentally ill, the rise of crack cocaine, and economic challenges such as joblessness and declining marriage rates.
In this examination, readers will find a thorough analysis of the societal changes that have influenced homelessness, alongside a critique of common explanations. Jencks also discusses the impact of welfare cuts and the transformation of urban environments, while challenging the notion that housing market changes are the primary drivers of the crisis. Furthermore, he offers practical approaches aimed at addressing the needs of the homeless, making this work a significant contribution to the discourse on homelessness and social policy.
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How widespread is homelessness, how did it happen, and what can be done about it? These are the questions explored by Christopher Jencks, America’s foremost analyst of social problems. Jencks examines the standard explanations and finds that the deinstitutionalization of the mentally ill, the invention of crack cocaine, rising joblessness among men, declining marriage rates, cuts in welfare benefits, and the destruction of skid row have all played a role. Changes in the housing market have had less impact than many claim, however, and real federal housing subsidies actually doubled during the 1980s. Not confining his mission to studying the homeless, Jencks proposes several practical approaches to helping the homeless.
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