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Children of the Tenements

Children of the Tenements

Auteur(s): Jacob A. Riis
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 Step into the world of early 1900s New York City through a poignant collection of vignettes that bring to life the harsh realities of poverty. Jacob Riis, a dedicated police reporter and sociologist, sheds light on the faces of extreme hardship, capturing not just the struggles of children but also the elderly and even animals. His evocative storytelling elicits a spectrum of emotions, from laughter to tears, as he highlights the rich tapestry of diverse cultures in the city.Copyright Short Stories Monde Science Sciences sociales
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  • 041 - Making a Way Out of the Slum

    041 - Making a Way Out of the Slum
    Mar 4 2026
    Step into the world of early 1900s New York City through a poignant collection of vignettes that bring to life the harsh realities of poverty. Jacob Riis, a dedicated police reporter and sociologist, sheds light on the faces of extreme hardship, capturing not just the struggles of children but also the elderly and even animals. His evocative storytelling elicits a spectrum of emotions, from laughter to tears, as he highlights the rich tapestry of diverse cultures in the city.
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    34 min
  • 040 - Skippy of Scrabble Alley

    040 - Skippy of Scrabble Alley
    Mar 3 2026
    Step into the world of early 1900s New York City through a poignant collection of vignettes that bring to life the harsh realities of poverty. Jacob Riis, a dedicated police reporter and sociologist, sheds light on the faces of extreme hardship, capturing not just the struggles of children but also the elderly and even animals. His evocative storytelling elicits a spectrum of emotions, from laughter to tears, as he highlights the rich tapestry of diverse cultures in the city.
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    11 min
  • 039 - Jack's Sermon

    039 - Jack's Sermon
    Mar 2 2026
    Step into the world of early 1900s New York City through a poignant collection of vignettes that bring to life the harsh realities of poverty. Jacob Riis, a dedicated police reporter and sociologist, sheds light on the faces of extreme hardship, capturing not just the struggles of children but also the elderly and even animals. His evocative storytelling elicits a spectrum of emotions, from laughter to tears, as he highlights the rich tapestry of diverse cultures in the city.
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    14 min
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