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The house on Henry Street

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Step into the tenements of New York's Lower East Side, where one woman's revolutionary vision transformed the lives of America's forgotten immigrants. In 1893, young nurse Lillian Wald made a decision that would reshape social work forever when she moved into a cramped apartment on Henry Street, determined to bring healthcare and hope directly to families trapped in crushing poverty. This ... Read more

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Step into the tenements of New York's Lower East Side, where one woman's revolutionary vision transformed the lives of America's forgotten immigrants. In 1893, young nurse Lillian Wald made a decision that would reshape social work forever when she moved into a cramped apartment on Henry Street, determined to bring healthcare and hope directly to families trapped in crushing poverty. This
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The house on Henry Street

Enriched edition. A Pioneer in Social Reform: Compassion and Civic Responsibility in Progressive Era New York City

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In "The House on Henry Street," Lillian D. Wald offers a poignant and immersive glimpse into the life of a settlement house in New York City during the early 20th century. Through her vivid prose, Wald masterfully intertwines personal anecdotes and social commentary, chronicling the struggles and triumphs of the immigrant communities served by the Henry Street Settlement. The narrative is rich in ... Read more

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In "The House on Henry Street," Lillian D. Wald offers a poignant and immersive glimpse into the life of a settlement house in New York City during the early 20th century. Through her vivid prose, Wald masterfully intertwines personal anecdotes and social commentary, chronicling the struggles and triumphs of the immigrant communities served by the Henry Street Settlement. The narrative is rich in
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The House on Henry Street

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Nearly one hundred years after the Henry Street Settlement was founded, this venerable institution still serves the people of the lower East Side of New York. Much of the credit for its survival may be attributed to its founder, Lillian Wald, who is also the author of this book.The House on Henry Street was written at the height of the Progressive Era, when economic prosperity and an expansive ... Read more

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Nearly one hundred years after the Henry Street Settlement was founded, this venerable institution still serves the people of the lower East Side of New York. Much of the credit for its survival may be attributed to its founder, Lillian Wald, who is also the author of this book.The House on Henry Street was written at the height of the Progressive Era, when economic prosperity and an expansive
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Fighting for Life

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New York’s Lower East Side was said to be the most densely populated square mile on earth in the 1890s. Health inspectors called the neighborhood “the suicide ward.” Diarrhea epidemics raged each summer, killing thousands of children. Sweatshop babies with smallpox and typhus dozed in garment heaps destined for fashionable shops. Desperate mothers paced the streets to soothe their feverish ... Read more

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New York’s Lower East Side was said to be the most densely populated square mile on earth in the 1890s. Health inspectors called the neighborhood “the suicide ward.” Diarrhea epidemics raged each summer, killing thousands of children. Sweatshop babies with smallpox and typhus dozed in garment heaps destined for fashionable shops. Desperate mothers paced the streets to soothe their feverish
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Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to the 1900s and before, are now extremely scarce and increasingly expensive. We are republishing these classic works in affordable, high quality, modern editions, using the original text and artwork. ... Read more

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Twenty Years at Hull House; with autobiographical notes

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Every preface is, I imagine, written after the book has been completed and now that I have finished this volume I will state several difficulties which may put the reader upon his guard unless he too postpones the preface to the very last. ... Read more

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Every preface is, I imagine, written after the book has been completed and now that I have finished this volume I will state several difficulties which may put the reader upon his guard unless he too postpones the preface to the very last.
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Looking Backward

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Edward Bellamy’s prophetic novel about a young Boston man who is mysteriously transported from the 19th to the 21st century—from a world of war and want to a world of peace and plenty.The year is 2000. The place: Utopian America. The hero: anyone who has ever longed for escape to a better life…Translated into more than twenty languages, and the most widely read novel of its time, Looking Backward ... Read more

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Edward Bellamy’s prophetic novel about a young Boston man who is mysteriously transported from the 19th to the 21st century—from a world of war and want to a world of peace and plenty.The year is 2000. The place: Utopian America. The hero: anyone who has ever longed for escape to a better life…Translated into more than twenty languages, and the most widely read novel of its time, Looking Backward
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The Collected Works of Jane Addams

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In 'The Collected Works of Jane Addams', readers are presented with a comprehensive collection of the writings of the esteemed author and social reformer. Jane Addams, known for her pioneering work in the field of social work and advocacy for peace and women's rights, brings together a series of essays, speeches, and articles that shed light on her progressive ideas and tireless efforts to improve ... Read more

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Twenty Years at Hull-House: The Life and Work of the Great Jane Addams

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In 'Twenty Years at Hull-House: The Life and Work of the Great Jane Addams', Jane Addams provides a detailed account of her experiences at Hull-House, a settlement house in Chicago. Addams combines personal narratives with sociological observations to explore the living conditions of working-class immigrants and advocate for social reforms. Written in a clear and engaging style, the book reflects ... Read more

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In 'Twenty Years at Hull-House: The Life and Work of the Great Jane Addams', Jane Addams provides a detailed account of her experiences at Hull-House, a settlement house in Chicago. Addams combines personal narratives with sociological observations to explore the living conditions of working-class immigrants and advocate for social reforms. Written in a clear and engaging style, the book reflects
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The Greatest Works of Jane Addams

A Pioneer of Social Work on Democracy, Youth, Feminism, and Suffrage - From Hull-House to the Nobel Peace Prize

by Jane Addams ...

Jane Addams (1860-1935), known as the "mother" of social work, was a pioneer American settlement activist, public philosopher, sociologist, protestor, author, and leader in women's suffrage and world peace. In 1931 she became the first American woman to be awarded the Nobel Peace Prize and is recognized as the founder of the social work profession in the United States. Contents: Democracy and ... Read more

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Jane Addams (1860-1935), known as the "mother" of social work, was a pioneer American settlement activist, public philosopher, sociologist, protestor, author, and leader in women's suffrage and world peace. In 1931 she became the first American woman to be awarded the Nobel Peace Prize and is recognized as the founder of the social work profession in the United States. Contents: Democracy and
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The Collected Works of Jane Addams

by Jane Addams ...

In "The Collected Works of Jane Addams," the pioneering social reformer and philosopher presents a compendium of her seminal writings that illuminate the complexities of early 20th-century American society. This extensive anthology encapsulates Addams' mastery of prose, blending theoretical insight with practical application, addressing issues such as social justice, women's rights, and the role ... Read more

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In "The Collected Works of Jane Addams," the pioneering social reformer and philosopher presents a compendium of her seminal writings that illuminate the complexities of early 20th-century American society. This extensive anthology encapsulates Addams' mastery of prose, blending theoretical insight with practical application, addressing issues such as social justice, women's rights, and the role
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Anarchism and Other Essays

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Anarchism urges man to think, to investigate, to analyze every proposition; but that the brain capacity of the average reader be not taxed too much, I also shall begin with a definition, and then elaborate on the latter. ANARCHISM: The philosophy of a new social order based on liberty unrestricted by man-made law; the theory that all forms of government rest on violence, and are therefore wrong ... Read more

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Anarchism urges man to think, to investigate, to analyze every proposition; but that the brain capacity of the average reader be not taxed too much, I also shall begin with a definition, and then elaborate on the latter. ANARCHISM: The philosophy of a new social order based on liberty unrestricted by man-made law; the theory that all forms of government rest on violence, and are therefore wrong
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