The Cost Of Something For Nothing (1904)

by John Peter Altgeld

Book Overview

The Cost of Something for Nothing is a book written by John Peter Altgeld in 1904. The book is a collection of essays and speeches that Altgeld had delivered during his time as the Governor of Illinois. Altgeld was a prominent figure in the Progressive Era and was known for his advocacy for social justice and reform. In the book, Altgeld discusses the idea that there is no such thing as a free lunch, and that everything has a cost. He argues that...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1437172458
• ISBN13: 9781437172454
• Release Date: November 2008
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 136 Pages
• Weight: 0.42 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 6.0" x 9.0"