A New Conscience and an Ancient Evil (eBook)

Jane Addams (Autor)

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2022
104 Seiten
DigiCat (Verlag)
859-654732954-1 (EAN)

Infos

In "A New Conscience and an Ancient Evil," Jane Addams boldly confronts the persistent scourge of war and its moral implications in a rapidly changing society. Through a poignant blend of personal narrative, social critique, and philosophical inquiry, Addams unearths the complexities and contradictions inherent in human conscience as it grapples with the devastation wrought by conflict. Her literary style, characterized by its clarity and emotional resonance, situates the book within the Progressive Era's discourse on social reform, where she underscores the need for a collective moral awakening as a response to violence and injustice. Jane Addams, a pioneering social reformer and co-founder of Hull House, was deeply influenced by her experiences in urban Chicago, where she witnessed firsthand the consequences of industrialization and social disparity. Her profound commitment to social justice, pacifism, and feminism emerged from her pragmatic engagement with society's challenges, making her uniquely qualified to address the themes of conscience and morality in a time marked by two World Wars. Her insights reflect a lifetime of activism aimed at cultivating peace and understanding amidst societal turmoil. Readers seeking a profound examination of the moral dilemmas surrounding war will find "A New Conscience and an Ancient Evil" to be an essential text. Addams offers not only a critique but also a hopeful vision for a more compassionate world. Her profound insights remain pertinent today, inviting readers to reflect deeply on their roles as moral agents in a society still grappling with the consequences of violence.

Autor

Jane Addams (1860-1935) was an eminent American social reformer, philosopher, and leader in women's suffrage and world peace. Born in Cedarville, Illinois, she was a pioneer in the field of social work and a prominent advocate for the needs of children, public health, and world peace. Founding the social settlement Hull House in Chicago, Addams served as a dynamic force in both the social settlement movement and the progressive era's efforts to combat poverty and social injustice. Her legacy includes a rich body of written works, including 'A New Conscience and an Ancient Evil' published in 1912, which examines the social and economic factors contributing to the 'white slave trade' or forced prostitution in the United States and abroad. Addams' literary style combined empirical observation with moral earnestness, engaging deeply with the social issues of her time through a pragmatic approach. Her work is characterized by its advocacy for women and marginalized communities, informed by her experiences at Hull House. She was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize in 1931, making her the first American woman to receive this honor, in recognition of her relentless efforts in social reform and peace. Addams' contributions to literature and society at large reflect a profound understanding of the complexities of social change and the importance of empathy and action.

Produkt-Details

• Erscheint lt. Verlag: 16.9.2022
• Verlagsort: Prague
• Sprache: englisch
• Themenwelt: Literatur
• Themenwelt: Sozialwissenschaften ► Soziologie ► Allgemeines / Lexika
• Themenwelt: Sozialwissenschaften ► Soziologie ► Gender Studies
• Schlagworte: American classical novels • American History • Chicago • Classic Literature • compelling persuasive writing • Early 20th century activism • early 20th century fiction • Empirical understanding • Ethical Awakening • ethical dilemmas in fiction • ethical framework exploration • feminist social worker • historical social activism • historical social issues • Illinois • Industrialization • Jane Addams author • literary activism • marginalized communities advocacy • marriage • moral decay critique • moral imperative • personal anecdotes social justice • Progressive Era • Progressive Era literature • progressive ideals analysis • Prostitution • Social Justice • social reform • Social reform essays • social reform themes • Suffrage movement • the family • Women • Women's literature • women's rights