The Long Loneliness

by Day, Dorothy

• ISBN13: 9780060617516
• ISBN10: 0060617519
• eBook ISBN(s): 9780062796677
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2009-08-07
• Publisher: HarperCollins Publications
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About This Book

The Long Loneliness: The Autobiography of the Legendary Catholic Social Activist

ISBN: 9780060617516

Who Uses It?

Primarily, this book is used by students and educators interested in social activism, Catholicism, and the history of social movements in the 20th century. It is also a valuable resource for anyone looking to understand the life and work of Dorothy Day, a pioneering figure in Catholic social activism. The book's themes of faith, social justice, and personal transformation make it relevant to students of sociology, history, and religious studies.

History and Editions

The Long Loneliness was first published in 1952 by Dorothy Day herself. The 2009 edition, which is the one with the ISBN 9780060617516, is a revised version that includes additional insights and reflections from Day's life. This edition has been widely praised for its candid portrayal of Day's journey from her early days as a journalist in Greenwich Village to her conversion to Catholicism and her founding of the Catholic Worker Movement.

Author and Other Works

Dorothy Day was a renowned author and activist. Her autobiography, The Long Loneliness, is considered a classic in the field of social activism and Catholic literature. Day also co-founded The Catholic Worker newspaper with Peter Maurin, which became a powerful voice for nonviolent social change. Her other notable works include "Loaves and Fishes" and "By Little and by Little."

Key Features

• Personal and Historical Insights: The book offers a deeply personal and historical account of Dorothy Day's life, providing insights into her spiritual pilgrimage and her role in shaping American social activism.
• Inspirational Memoir: The Long Loneliness is often described as an inspiring memoir that captures the essence of Day's commitment to social justice and her unwavering faith.
• Historical Context: The book provides a rich historical context of the 1920s and 1930s, highlighting the political and literary scene of Greenwich Village during that era.

Detailed Information

ISBNs and Formats

Hardcover: ISBN-13: 9780060617516 (The ebook for "The Long Loneliness: The Autobiography of the Legendary Catholic Social Activist" is available right here on eCampus.com!)

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Publication Details

Publisher: HarperOne

Publication Date: September 1, 2009

Number of Pages: 304

Language: English

Other Editions and Formats

• First Edition: Published in 1952 by Harper & Brothers.
• Related ISBNs:
• 0062249314
• 0062249321
• 0060617519

Rental Options: Available through eCampus.com with various rental durations.

Table of Contents

Introduction	1	(8)
Robert Coles
Confession	9	(6)
Part One SEARCHING
The Generations Before	15	(2)
``What About God?''	17	(5)
On Thirty-seventh Street	22	(3)
Home	25	(4)
Adolescence	29	(7)
University	36	(14)
The East Side	50	(6)
Journalism	56	(11)
The Masses	67	(5)
Jail	72	(11)
Freelance	83	(5)
King's County	88	(5)
A Time of Searching	93	(20)
Part Two NATURAL HAPPINESS
Man Is Meant for Happiness	113	(19)
Having a Baby	132	(6)
Love Overflows	138	(13)
Jobs and Journeys	151	(18)
Part Three LOVE IS THE MEASURE
Peasant of the Pavements	169	(13)
Paper, People and Work	182	(22)
Labor	204	(18)
Community	222	(13)
Family	235	(8)
Retreat	243	(20)
``War Is the Health of the State''	263	(10)
Peter's Death	273	(8)
Chrystie Street	281	(4)
Postscript	285	(2)
Index	287