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How the Other Half Lives

By: Jacob Riis
Narrated by: Kevin Franzen
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This 1890 publication documents the New York City slums in the 1880s. Jacob Riis’ work lays at the foundation of the Muckraker era, a progressive movement that created awareness and ultimately reformed societal and class issues.

Public Domain (P)2018 Museum Audiobooks United States New York Americas
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the poor lived in a hell, I am going to take a advantage of the times, in Jesus name amen

really Great dipiction of how the poor lived

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History on tenements in NY and the harsh conditions in which many people found themselves, as they worked tirelessly for a better future. Enjoyed the different aspects as well as the way in which laws regulations were implemented through the years.

Glimpse into the reality of NY during unimaginable times

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