Upbuilders (1909)

By Lincoln Steffens

Book Overview

Upbuilders is a book written by Lincoln Steffens in 1909. It is a collection of essays that explore the lives and work of individuals who have contributed to the betterment of society. Steffens was a journalist and social reformer who was interested in uncovering the corruption and injustices of American politics and society. In Upbuilders, he focuses on the positive contributions of people who have worked to make their communities and the world a better place. The book includes profiles of individuals such as Jane Addams, founder of Hull House in Chicago, and John D. Rockefeller, who used his wealth to support philanthropic causes. Steffens also discusses the importance of education, the arts, and other cultural institutions in building a strong and healthy society. Overall, Upbuilders is a celebration of the people and ideas that have helped to shape America into a more just and equitable nation.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1120769329
• ISBN13: 9781120769329
• Release Date: December 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 364 Pages
• Weight: 1.07 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.0" x 9.0"