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Commercialized Prostitution in New York City

By George J. Kneeland
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An investigative social study documents the commercial sex trade in New York City through on-site observation, case histories, and statistical tables. It classifies vice resorts — parlor houses, tenements, hotels, and massage parlors — and profiles the individuals and networks that recruit and exploit women. The study examines relationships between prostitutes and customers, the economics and public cost of the trade, and interactions with police and the law. A supplemental institutional chapter analyzes women committed to a state reformatory and presents supporting statistics. The book closes with surveys of preventative, reformative, and correctional agencies and policy-oriented appendices.

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George J. Kneeland

George J. Kneeland was an American author and social reformer known for his critical examination of societal issues in the early 20th century. His notable work, "Commercialized Prostitution in New York City," delves into the complexities of prostitution and its implications on urban life and morality. Through his writing, Kneeland contributed to the discourse on social justice and the need for reform in the treatment of women and marginalized communities. His insights remain relevant in discussions about social issues and the historical context of urban America.

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