How the Other Half Lives: Studies Among the Tenements of New York by Jacob A. Riis

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Author Riis, Jacob A. (Jacob August), 1849-1914
LoC No. 04011775
Title How the Other Half Lives: Studies Among the Tenements of New York
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Summary "How the Other Half Lives: Studies Among the Tenements of New York" by Jacob A. Riis is a historical account written in the late 19th century. The book examines the living conditions of the impoverished populations residing in the tenements of New York, highlighting the social issues surrounding urban poverty and housing. Using firsthand observations, Riis aims to shed light on the struggles faced by the city's poor and the systemic neglect that has contributed to their plight. The opening of the book introduces Riis's motivation in writing, stemming from the belief that personal experiences should benefit society. He reflects on the obliviousness of the affluent to the harsh realities of the poor, emphasizing the dire conditions that have led to crime and illness among the tenement dwellers. Riis discusses the rapid population growth in New York, the evolution of tenement housing, and the public health crises that arose within these overcrowded living spaces. This sets the stage for a detailed exploration of the lives affected by these socio-economic structures, making a compelling case for social reform as well as a vivid portrayal of life in the tenements. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class HV: Social sciences: Social pathology, Social and Public Welfare
Subject Poor -- New York (State) -- New York
Subject Tenement houses -- New York (State) -- New York
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EBook-No. 45502
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Sep 1, 2020
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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