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  • "Broke," The Man Without the Dime

    de Edwin A. Brown ...
    "Broke, The Man Without the Dime" by Edwin A. Brown is a compelling narrative that explores the life of a man who finds himself in dire financial straits. The protagonist's journey delves into themes of poverty, resilience, and the human spirit's capacity to endure hardship. Through vivid storytelling, Brown captures the struggles and triumphs of his character, painting a poignant picture of what ... Leer más

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  • An Insightful Exploration of Social Pathologies: A 15-Book Collection

    Glimpses into the Abyss, The Bitter Cry of the Children, The Room with the Little Door, etc.

    de Jacob A. Riis, Lillian William Betts, William Booth, L. O. Curon, Mary Higgs, John Spargo, Edwin A. Brown, Josiah Flynt, R. M. Algie, Samuel Paynter Wilson, Roland Burnham Molineux, Roy K. Anderson, Wellington Scott, National Association for the Advancement of Colored People ...
    An Insightful Exploration of Social Pathologies: A 15-Book Collection offers a captivating journey through the multifaceted world of social pathologies, reflecting a broad spectrum of literary stylesâ€"from investigative journalism to poignant narratives. This anthology traverses pivotal themes such as poverty, crime, and urban decay, providing a comprehensive lens into the societal ailments of ... Leer más

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  • "Broke," The Man Without the Dime

    A Poignant Tale of Struggling Against Financial Hardship

    de Edwin A. Brown ...
    In "Broke: The Man Without the Dime," Edwin A. Brown masterfully weaves a poignant narrative that explores the intricacies of economic hardship and personal resilience. Through a blend of stark realism and lyrical prose, Brown crafts a story that delves deep into the psyche of a man stripped of financial stability, revealing the emotional toll of poverty on the human spirit. The novel is set ... Leer más

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  • Indiscreet Memories

    1901 through the eyes of a colonial Englishman

    de Edwin A. Brown ...
    Indiscreet Memories is one Englishman’s true account of life in Singapore from 1901 to 1904. We learn about balls at Government House, rickshaw strikes, and tigers causing havoc in Chinatown; and how historical events such as the death of Queen Victoria and the decision by Straits-born Chinese to discard their towchang (queues) affected the society of the day. ... Leer más

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  • Singapore Mutiny

    A Colonial Couple's Stirring Account of Combat and Survival in the 1915 Singapore Mutiny

    de Edwin A. Brown, Mary Brown ...
    ‘Chinese New Year 1915 will long be remembered in the Straits Settlements,’ write Edwin and Mary Brown in their extraordinary account of the 1915 Singapore Mutiny. ‘We left for home, had a tiffin, and went to our rooms for a lie-off, having arranged to go for a good walk when the heat of the day was over. We had our tea, and at 5 pm got into the trap. We drove along Tanglin Road, into Stephens ... Leer más

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  • How the Other Half Lives

    de Jacob A. Riis, Lucy Sante ...
    First published in 1890, Jacob Riis's remarkable study of the horrendous living conditions of the poor in New York City had an immediate and extraordinary impact on society, inspiring reforms that affected the lives of millions of people.For more than seventy years, Penguin has been the leading publisher of classic literature in the English-speaking world. With more than 1,700 titles, Penguin ... Leer más

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  • How the Other Half Lives: Studies Among the Tenements of New York

    de Jacob A. Riis ...
    "How the Other Half Lives" is a chronicle of the conditions of abject poverty that the residents of the slums of New York at the end of the 19th century had to endure. Riis, who as an immigrant himself lived in these tenements on the lower east side of Manhattan, exposed the horrible conditions while working as a reporter for the New York Tribune. This book when first published in 1890 shed a much ... Leer más

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  • A Ten Years’ War

    de Jacob A. Riis ...
    The slum is as old as civilization. Civilization implies a race, to get ahead. In a race there are usually some who for one cause or another cannot keep up, or are thrust out from among their fellows. They fall behind, and when they have been left far in the rear they lose hope and ambition, and give up. Thenceforward, if left to their own resources, they are the victims, not the masters, of their ... Leer más

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  • White Slaves Or, the Oppression of the Worthy Poor

    de Louis Albert Banks ...
    White Slaves Or, the Oppression of the Worthy Poor is a poignant critique from the late 19th century that focuses on the dire conditions faced by labourers, especially women and children, who work in sweatshops under gruelling conditions for minimal pay. The book sheds light on the exploitation inherent in the labour system, likening it to slavery due to the relentless poverty that traps these ... Leer más

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  • The Battle with the Slum

    de Jacob August Riis ...
    The slum is as old as civilization. Civilization implies a race to get ahead. In a race there are usually some who for one cause or another cannot keep up, or are thrust out from among their fellows. They fall behind, and when they have been left far in the rear they lose hope and ambition, and give up. Thenceforward, if left to their own resources, they are the victims, not the masters, of their ... Leer más

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  • The Battle with the Slum

    Enriched edition. Unveiling Urban Poverty: A Glimpse into 19th-Century New York's Tenements

    de Jacob A. Riis, Shane Brooks ...
    In "The Battle with the Slum," Jacob A. Riis explores the dire conditions of impoverished urban life in late 19th-century America, particularly within the slums of New York City. Utilizing a blend of vivid journalism and social commentary, Riis employs evocative imagery and firsthand accounts to illuminate the struggles faced by the city's marginalized communities. His pioneering use of flash ... Leer más

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  • The Peril and the Preservation of the Home

    Being the William L. Bull Lectures for the Year 1903

    de Jacob A. Riis ...
    In "The Peril and the Preservation of the Home," Jacob A. Riis delves into the sociocultural dynamics of urban life at the turn of the 20th century, examining the challenges faced by families in impoverished conditions. Using a vivid blend of narrative prose and investigative journalism, Riis combines personal anecdotes with poignant observations, highlighting the fragility of the home as both a ... Leer más

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