Trouble in Goshen

"Trouble in Goshen" by Fred C. Smith, published by the University Press of Mississippi in 2014, delves into the economic and social theories that shaped some of the most groundbreaking and radical experiments in the United States during the New Deal era. Spanning 213 pages, this hardback edition examines three distinct communitarian experiments, providing a thorough analysis of their administrative intricacies alongside the experiences and reactions of the participants involved.

Through engaging narrative and insightful research, Smith sheds light on the challenges faced by the rural poor in America from 1933 to 1939. This book is not just an exploration of historical events; it also prompts readers to reflect on the broader implications of these experiments for rural development and community resilience. "Trouble in Goshen" is a must-read for those interested in the intersections of policy, society, and economics.