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100	1		_aRiis, Jacob A. _q(Jacob August), _d1849-1914
245	1	4	_aThe Making of an American
264		1	_aSalt Lake City, UT : _bProject Gutenberg, _c2004
300			_a1 online resource : _bmultiple file formats
336			_atext _btxt _2rdacontent
337			_acomputer _bc _2rdamedia
338			_aonline resource _bcr _2rdacarrier
500			_aRelease date is 2004-07-01
508			_aCharles Franks and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team
520			_a"The Making of an American" by Jacob A. Riis is an autobiographical account written in the late 19th century. The narrative provides a vivid chronicle of Riis's life, exploring his journey from his childhood in Denmark to finding his place as an immigrant in America. It touches upon themes of love, identity, and the struggles faced by immigrants, painting a rich tapestry of hope, hardship, and the relentless pursuit of the American Dream. At the start of the book, Riis reminisces about his idyllic childhood in Ribe, Denmark, particularly the moment he first met Elizabeth, a pivotal figure in his life. As he reflects on his early experiences, Riis reveals the profound impact of his upbringing, his father's influence as a schoolmaster, and the sorrow associated with the tenement life that would later define his work as a journalist. He also recounts his dreams of adventure and the specific moment he decided to seek his fortune in America, marking a turning point from his tender memories to the harsh realities of life as an immigrant. As the opening unfolds, it sets the stage for an exploration of Riis's trials and triumphs, emphasizing the contrasts between his past and the future he seeks. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534			_nOriginal publication data not identified
653			_aRiis, Jacob A. (Jacob August), 1849-1914
856	4	0	_uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/6125
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