The making of an American
About this book
The Making of an American by Jacob Riis is a moving and enthusiastic autobiography, saturated with personality. I read it slowly, over several weeks, and caught myself returning to it each time with an attitude of an honored youth, granted an audience by a beloved grandfather of America. He blesses us across time with the tales of one who lived, and lived thoroughly, changing the plight of a nation through his pure good nature and will. His story is brimming with hope and pride. This book is an amazing visit into the past, to the land and the people we once were--a great homage from one of America's less famous forefathers. I highly recommend it to anyone interested in the history of New York, the period of his life (1849-1914), immigrant stories, or of course, the history of social reform
Reader Profile
3.9/5 · 51 readers · 486 pages · ≈ 9 h 00 m · Demanding
How long does it take to read The making of an American?
About ≈ 9 h 00 m — 486 pages, assuming roughly 250 words per page at 225 words per minute.
How many pages is The making of an American?
486 pages in its most-read edition.
What genre is The making of an American?
It sits on the Biography & Memoir shelves.
Is The making of an American in the public domain?
Yes — it is free to read and share.
Who are the main characters in The making of an American?
The main characters include Jacob A. Riis (1849-1914).
Where does The making of an American take place?
It is set in United States.
Who wrote The making of an American?
Jacob A. Riis (1849–1914).
Where can I read The making of an American online for free?
It is in the public domain — read it free on Open Library. Open Library