Municipal Ownership: Four Lectures Delivered At Harvard University, 1907 (1907) is a book written by Leonard Darwin. The book contains four lectures that were delivered at Harvard University in 1907. The lectures focus on the topic of municipal ownership, which refers to the ownership of public utilities and services by local governments. The author explores the benefits and drawbacks of municipal ownership, and provides examples of cities and countries that have implemented it successfully. Darwin also discusses the role of government in regulating and managing public services, and the impact of privatization on the quality and affordability of essential services such as water, electricity, and transportation. The book provides a historical perspective on the development of municipal ownership and its evolution in the United States and Europe. It also offers insights into the political and economic factors that have influenced the adoption of municipal ownership policies. Overall, Municipal Ownership: Four Lectures Delivered At Harvard University, 1907 (1907) is a thought-provoking and informative book that provides a comprehensive analysis of the benefits and challenges of municipal ownership. It is a valuable resource for scholars, policymakers, and anyone interested in the history and politics of public services.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.