Twenty Years at Hull-House - (Mint Editions) by Jane Addams (Paperback)
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<p/><br></br><p><b> Book Synopsis </b></p></br></br><p><b>Jane Addams, </b> the co-founder of Hull House, the famous settlement home, writes about her experiences and insights in her autobiography, <i>Twenty Years at Hull House. </i> As a child growing up in Illinois, <b>Addams</b> suffered from Pott's Disease, which was a rare infection in her spine. This disease caused her to contract many other illnesses, then because of these aliments, <b>Addams</b> was self-conscious of her appearance. She explains that she could not play with other children often due to a limp, a side effect to her illnesses. Still, she is able to provide relatable and even amusing childhood anecdotes. <b> Addams</b> was very close to her father. She admired him for his political work, which likely inspired her own interest and attention to the social problems of her society. In a time invested with xenophobia and cruelty towards immigrants, <b>Addams</b> bought land in Chicago and co-founded a settlement house named Hull House. There, <b> Addams </b> sought to improve the lives of immigrants and the poor by providing shelter, essential social services, and access to education. <b> Addams</b> served as an advocate not only for the impoverished and immigrants, but also for women. She was a leader within the women's suffrage movement, determined to expand the work she did for her community to a national scale. </p> <p> <i>Twenty Years at Hull House</i> provides both a conversation about social issues and an example of how to act against them. Though originally published in 1910, <b>Addams</b> autobiography provides social discourse that is not only still relevant, but also considered radical by some. <b>Addams'</b> autobiography was well received when it was first released, impacting many key reform movements. <i>Twenty Years at Hull House </i> still carries that effect today, inspiring its readers to improve their community and advocate for those in need. </p> <p> This edition of <i>Twenty Years at Hull House</i> by <b>Jane Addams</b> features a new, eye-catching cover design and is printed in a readable font, ready to inspire readers to follow the footsteps and musings of activist <b>Jane Addams.</b><p/><br></br><p><b> From the Back Cover </b></p></br></br><p></b> From a sickly childhood to invaluable social work and advocacy, Jane Addams spent a lifetime making her community better, and giving opportunities to those who had not often been afforded them. </b> Written by a recipient of the Nobel Peace Prize, <i>Twenty Years at Hull House</i> is the inspirational autobiography of <b>Jane Addams</b> that reflects on social injustices while observing and encouraging practical action. </p>
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