How Long to Read Jane Addams: Progressive Pioneer of Peace, Philosophy, Sociology, Social Work and Public Administration

How Long Does it Take to Read Jane Addams: Progressive Pioneer of Peace, Philosophy, Sociology, Social Work and Public Administration?

It takes the average reader 3 hours and 20 minutes to read Jane Addams: Progressive Pioneer of Peace, Philosophy, Sociology, Social Work and Public Administration by Patricia Shields

Assuming a reading speed of 250 words per minute. Learn more

Description

This book examines the life and works of Jane Addams who was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize (1931). Addams led an international women's peace movement and is noted for spearheading a first-of-its-kind international conference of women at The Hague during World War I. She helped to found the Women's International League of Peace and Freedom. She was also a prophetic peace theorist whose ideas were dismissed by her contemporaries. Her critics conflated her activism and ideas with attempts to undermine the war effort. Perhaps more important, her credibility was challenged by sexist views characterizing her as a “silly” old woman. Her omission as a pioneering, feminist, peace theorist is a contemporary problem. This book recovers and reintegrates Addams and her concept of “positive peace,” which has relevancy for UN peacekeeping operations and community policing. Addams began her public life as a leader of the U.S. progressive era (1890 - 1920) social reform movement. She combined theory and action through her settlement work in the, often contentious, immigrant communities of Chicago. These experiences were the springboard for her innovative theories of democracy and peace, which she advanced through extensive public speaking engagements, 11 books and hundreds of articles. While this book focuses on Addams as peace theorist and activist it also shows how her eclectic interests and feminine standpoint led to pioneering efforts in American pragmatism, sociology, public administration and social work. Each field, which traces its origin to this period, is actively recovering Addams’ contributions.

How long is Jane Addams: Progressive Pioneer of Peace, Philosophy, Sociology, Social Work and Public Administration?

Jane Addams: Progressive Pioneer of Peace, Philosophy, Sociology, Social Work and Public Administration by Patricia Shields is 200 pages long, and a total of 50,000 words.

This makes it 67% the length of the average book. It also has 61% more words than the average book.

How Long Does it Take to Read Jane Addams: Progressive Pioneer of Peace, Philosophy, Sociology, Social Work and Public Administration Aloud?

The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes 4 hours and 33 minutes to read Jane Addams: Progressive Pioneer of Peace, Philosophy, Sociology, Social Work and Public Administration aloud.

What Reading Level is Jane Addams: Progressive Pioneer of Peace, Philosophy, Sociology, Social Work and Public Administration?

Jane Addams: Progressive Pioneer of Peace, Philosophy, Sociology, Social Work and Public Administration is suitable for students ages 12 and up.

Note that there may be other factors that effect this rating besides length that are not factored in on this page. This may include things like complex language or sensitive topics not suitable for students of certain ages.

When deciding what to show young students always use your best judgement and consult a professional.

Where Can I Buy Jane Addams: Progressive Pioneer of Peace, Philosophy, Sociology, Social Work and Public Administration?

Jane Addams: Progressive Pioneer of Peace, Philosophy, Sociology, Social Work and Public Administration by Patricia Shields is sold by several retailers and bookshops. However, Read Time works with Amazon to provide an easier way to purchase books.

To buy Jane Addams: Progressive Pioneer of Peace, Philosophy, Sociology, Social Work and Public Administration by Patricia Shields on Amazon click the button below.