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20 Years at Hull House

20 Years at Hull House

With Autobiographical Notes
BiographyBiography & Memoir
Pages
298
Published
1911
Language
English

Synopsis

Jane Addams shares her experiences living and working in an immigrant neighborhood at Hull-House. This narrative introduces readers to the social issues of the Progressive era and the principles of social activism. Discover a vivid picture of turn-of-the-century Chicago and the convictions that led to the founding of this influential settlement.

Prose complexity
7/10

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InformativeThought-ProvokingReflectiveInspiring
Found Family

Genres

Biography Biography & Memoir History Politics & Society Sociology Classics

About the author

J
Jane Addams

Jane Addams was a groundbreaking social reformer and peace activist. Her essential memoir, 20 Years at Hull House, offers a firsthand look at the early days of social work and community building in America. She was also a Nobel Peace Prize winner.