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100 1 _aRiis, Jacob A.
_q(Jacob August),
_d1849-1914
245 1 0 _aNeighbors: Life Stories of the Other Half
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2010
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
_btxt
_2rdacontent
337 _acomputer
_bc
_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
_bcr
_2rdacarrier
500 _aRelease date is 2010-05-25
508 _aE-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)
520 _a"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.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aPoor -- New York (State) -- New York
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/32534
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