Parks for the People Proceedings of a Public Meeting held at Faneuil Hall, June 7, 1876

"Parks for the People" by Various is a record of a public meeting in 1876 where Boston citizens rallied for city parks. The book shares the important speeches made by people like Richard H. Dana Jr. and Dr. Oliver Wendell Holmes, who spoke passionately about why parks are crucial for everyone's health and happiness. The speakers highlight how parks can help make city life better, offering places for recreation and improving overall well-being, especially for those who don’t always have access to such spaces. Through powerful words and a shared sense of purpose, the book captures a moment in time when Bostonians came together to fight for green spaces for all.