Children of the Tenements

In 'Children of the Tenements,' author Jacob A. Riis documents the harsh realities of urban poverty and its impact on children at the turn of the 20th century. Capturing the squalid living conditions and the resilience of the young who navigate this challenging world, Riis's work is a blend of investigative journalism and narrative storytelling. His meticulous attention to detail paints a vivid pi...