Michael Lesy

Michael Lesy talks about his upcoming book “Murder City”. At the time of this recording he was Professor of Literary Journalism, Hampshire College, Amherst, MA.

Florence Kelley in Chicago, 1891-1899

Florence Kelley was the first woman factory inspector in the United States. A resident of Hull House, and a reformer – who refused to be associated with any political party–Florence Kelley lived in Chicago from 1891 until 1899, leading and participating in a variety of projects. Visit our companion site...