SYMHC Classics: Emma Lazarus
Stuff You Missed in History Class
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Lazarus's Life and Writings
Lazarus published more than 50 original poems in her lifetime, as well as volumes of translations. She became a vocal advocate for new york's jewish refugee population and spoke out against the anti semitism that was rampant in eastern europe. In publishing this work, lazarus became a really controversial figure.
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