Who is Jacob Riis, and why is he famous?

jacob riis was a danish american social reformer journalist and social documentary photographer . His know by suing journalist and photographic talents to help the impoverished in New York city thise impoverished New yorkers were the subject of most of his prolific writings and photography. I hope I answered your question !!:)

Answered by simina99 | 2024-06-10

Jacob Riis was an American newspaper reporter, social reformer, and photographer. With his book How the Other Half Lives (1890), he shocked the conscience of his readers with factual descriptions of slum conditions in New York City. ;

Answered by scrapsforfun1 | 2024-06-12

Jacob Riis was a Danish-American journalist and photographer known for highlighting the poverty faced by urban populations in New York City through his book 'How the Other Half Lives'. His work raised public awareness and contributed to important reforms in housing conditions during the late 19th century. By documenting the harsh realities of life for the urban poor, Riis became a significant figure in the social reform movement.
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Answered by simina99 | 2024-09-21