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""Fifty Years of Association Work among Young Women, 1866-1916"" is a historical book written by Elizabeth Wilson in 1916. The book chronicles the work of the Young Women's Christian Association (YWCA) during the fifty-year period from 1866 to 1916. The YWCA was founded in London in 1855 and quickly spread to other parts of the world, including the United States. Wilson documents the growth and evolution of the organization, which focused on providing support and resources to young women in areas such as education, employment, and health. The book includes stories and anecdotes from women who were involved in the YWCA, as well as descriptions of the organization's programs and initiatives. The book also touches on the social and political issues of the time, such as women's suffrage and the fight for racial equality. Overall, ""Fifty Years of Association Work among Young Women, 1866-1916"" provides a comprehensive and detailed look at the YWCA's history and impact on society during a crucial period of social change.A History Of Young Womens Christian Associations In The United States.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.