The Children of the Poor
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In 'The Children of the Poor,' Jacob A. Riis presents a poignant and unsettling exploration of urban poverty in late 19th-century America, focusing on the plight of children trapped in socioeconomic despair. Employing a journalistic style underscored by vivid imagery and firsthand accounts, Riis immerses readers in the harsh realities of life in New York City's tenements. The book contains a compe...
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In 'The Children of the Poor,' Jacob A. Riis presents a poignant and unsettling exploration of urban poverty in late 19th-century America, focusing on the plight of children trapped in socioeconomic despair. Employing a journalistic style underscored by vivid imagery and firsthand accounts, Riis immerses readers in the harsh realities of life in New York City's tenements. The book contains a compe...
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