How the Other Half Lives: Studies Among the Tenements of New York: Jacob A. Riis's Eye-Opening Investigation of Urban Poverty and Social Inequality

Part of series: Bedford Series in History &amp; Culture (Paperback)
Print length: 141 pages
Language: English
Publisher: Prabhat Prakashan
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Name: How the Other Half Lives: Studies Among the Tenements of New York: Jacob A. Riis&#x27;s Eye-Opening Investigation of Urban Poverty and Social Inequality
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Explore Jacob A. Riis’s groundbreaking “How the Other Half Lives,” a powerful exposé of urban poverty in 19th-century New York. This seminal work uses vivid narratives and startling photography to reveal the harsh realities of tenement life, exposing the stark social inequalities of the era. Riis, a pioneering photojournalist and reformer, humanizes the struggle of immigrants and working-class families, influencing housing reforms and inspiring generations. Discover the roots of social injustice and the enduring fight for equity. This edition brings Riis’s essential work on poverty, urban reform, and investigative journalism to a modern audience. A timeless read for history buffs and advocates of social justice.

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