This edition had all images removed.
LoC No.: 14018679
Title: Neighbors: Life Stories of the Other Half
Note: Reading ease score: 78.5 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Credits: E-text prepared by David Edwards and the Project Gutenberg Online Distributed Proofreading Team (http: //www.pgdp.net) from page images generously made available by Internet Archive (http: //www.archive.org)
Summary: "Neighbors: Life Stories of the Other Half" by Jacob A. Riis is a collection of narratives that explore the lives of impoverished individuals in early 20th-century America. Written during the late 19th century, this work aims to shed light on the struggles and humanity of those living in tenements and facing societal challenges. Through a series of heart-wrenching and true stories, Riis seeks to bridge the gap between different social classes, showcasing the common humanity shared by all. The opening of the book introduces us to the Kapelowitz family, whose dream of a prosperous life in America quickly devolves into despair due to poverty and hardship. Judah Kapelowitz faces insurmountable financial pressures after his family is reunited, and despite his tireless efforts to provide, he meets a tragic fate. This gripping start sets the tone for the collection, highlighting the broader themes of struggle, familial love, and the harsh realities of life for the lower class during Riis' time. As Riis continues to relay the stories of various characters, he evokes empathy for their plights and raises awareness of the social injustices they confront daily. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Riis, Jacob A. (Jacob August), 1849-1914
EBook No.: 32534
Published: May 25, 2010
Downloads: 163
Language: English
Subject: Poor -- New York (State) -- New York
LoCC: Social sciences: Social pathology, Social and Public Welfare
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
LoC No.: 14018679
Title: Neighbors: Life Stories of the Other Half
Note: Reading ease score: 78.5 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Credits: E-text prepared by David Edwards and the Project Gutenberg Online Distributed Proofreading Team (http: //www.pgdp.net) from page images generously made available by Internet Archive (http: //www.archive.org)
Summary: "Neighbors: Life Stories of the Other Half" by Jacob A. Riis is a collection of narratives that explore the lives of impoverished individuals in early 20th-century America. Written during the late 19th century, this work aims to shed light on the struggles and humanity of those living in tenements and facing societal challenges. Through a series of heart-wrenching and true stories, Riis seeks to bridge the gap between different social classes, showcasing the common humanity shared by all. The opening of the book introduces us to the Kapelowitz family, whose dream of a prosperous life in America quickly devolves into despair due to poverty and hardship. Judah Kapelowitz faces insurmountable financial pressures after his family is reunited, and despite his tireless efforts to provide, he meets a tragic fate. This gripping start sets the tone for the collection, highlighting the broader themes of struggle, familial love, and the harsh realities of life for the lower class during Riis' time. As Riis continues to relay the stories of various characters, he evokes empathy for their plights and raises awareness of the social injustices they confront daily. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Riis, Jacob A. (Jacob August), 1849-1914
EBook No.: 32534
Published: May 25, 2010
Downloads: 163
Language: English
Subject: Poor -- New York (State) -- New York
LoCC: Social sciences: Social pathology, Social and Public Welfare
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.