The book offers a comprehensive and illustrated biography of Lewis Hine, a renowned photographer whose work catalyzed labor reforms during the Progressive Era. It delves into Hine's contributions as both a sociologist and photographer, spotlighting his impactful images of children laboring in cotton mills and coal mines that played a crucial role in the movement to abolish child labor, leading to the Fair Labor Standards Act of 1938. The biography draws from various sources, including insights from Hine's family, and includes 62 of his poignant photographs, providing a detailed exploration of his life and legacy.
