Histories of American Physical Anthropology in the Twentieth Century chronicles the history of physical anthropology-or, as it is now known, biological anthropology-from its professional origins in the late 1800 up to its modern transformation in the late 1900s. In this edited volume, 13 contributors trace the development of people, ideas, traditions, and organizations that contributed to the advancement of this branch of anthropology that focuses today on human variation and huma...

"The Dangerous Classes of New York, and Twenty Years' Work Among Them" by Charles Loring Brace is a profound exploration of the social issues facing the underprivileged in New York City. Brace, a dedicated social reformer, delves into the lives of the city's marginalized populations, particularly focusing on the youth. His work highlights the struggles of poverty, crime, and the lack of opportunities that plague these communities. Through his observations and experiences, Brace advocates f...

New York's Newsboys is a lively historical account of Charles Loring Brace's founding and development of the Children's Aid Society to combat a newly emerging social problem, youth homelessness, during the nineteenth century. Poor children slept on the docks, pilfered, and peddled cheap wares to survive, activities which frequently landed them in prison-like juvenile asylums. Brace offered a radical alternative, the Newsboys' Lodging House. From there he launched a network of addi...

The true story behind Christina Baker Kline's bestselling novel is revealed in this "engaging and thoughtful history" of the Children's Aid Society ( Los Angeles Times).A powerful blend of history, biography, and adventure, Orphan Trains fills a grievous gap in the American story. Tracing the evolution of the Children's Aid Society, this dramatic narrative tells the fascinating tale of one of the most famous—and sometimes infamous—child welfare pro...

In 'The Dangerous Classes of New York, and Twenty Years' Work Among Them,' Charles Loring Brace provides an incisive exploration of the marginalized groups residing in New York City during the mid-19th century. Through a mixture of personal narrative, sociological analysis, and reformist zeal, Brace employs a vivid literary style that interweaves his experiences with the plight of the impoverished, particularly focusing on the youth involved in crime and vice. His work stands as a crucial ...

In "The Dangerous Classes of New York, and Twenty Years' Work Among Them," Charles Loring Brace delves into the social conditions of the lower classes in late 19th-century New York City. Through a blend of empirical observation and heartfelt narrative, Brace presents a vivid portrayal of urban poverty, juvenile delinquency, and the systemic issues that perpetuate social inequality. His literary style is characterized by a compassionate yet critical lens, positioning him within the social r...

Historical fiction about great Christian heroes.Introducing Charles Loring Brace.For Kip O'Reilly, life on the streets doesn't seem all that bad. At least he and the other rovers have each other, and that's more than enough to keep them happy--well, as long as they can steal to survive. Just selling newspapers doesn't quite cut it. When Kip is finally caught stealing one morning, he's sent to jail. Fortunately for Kip, Rev. Brace of the Children's Aid Society bails him out,...

Questo libro indaga la presenza di Dio nelle civiltà antiche. È una accurata ricerca delle impronte dell'Essere Divino sulle sabbie della storia più remota dell'umanità. Nell'uomo di tutte le epoche e civiltà si trovano prove dell'ispirazione dello Spirito Divino; tracce di Dio e di ispirazioni superiori sono presenti nei più remoti annali dell'umanità. Dalle prime iscrizioni dell'Antico Egitto al culto delle popolazioni semitiche, dai Misteri Greci alla regione di Socrate e Platone passan...