Jacob A. Riis' groundbreaking work, 'How the Other Half Lives: Studies Among the Tenements of New York,' provides a harrowing and eye-opening exploration into the living conditions of impoverished immigrants in late 19th century New York City. Riis employs a mix of investigative journalism and photography to vividly depict the squalid tenement buildings and the struggles faced by those living in them. His writing style is both informative and empathetic, shedding light on the harsh realities of urban poverty during this time period. This book serves as a seminal piece of social reform literature, calling attention to the need for improved housing and living conditions for the underprivileged. Riis' meticulous research and firsthand accounts make this book a must-read for anyone interested in the history of social welfare and urban development in America. It is a poignant reminder of the inequalities that plagued society in the past and continue to be relevant today.
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Título : How the Other Half Lives: Studies Among the Tenements of New York
EAN : 4057664110435
Editorial : Good Press
Fecha de publicación
: 19/11/19
Formato : ePub
Tamaño del archivo : 2.86 mb
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