Gang Leader for a Day: A Rogue Sociologist Takes to the Streets
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| Rating | : | 4.93 (651 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 014311493X |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 320 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2013-09-08 |
| Language | : | English |
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"It was a wonderful insight into the reality of living in Chicago from" according to Amazon Customer. It was a wonderful insight into the reality of living in Chicago from the late 80's to mid 90's. Is the dialogue a little unrealistic? Sure, but in all honesty, I would have grown tired of reading slang, so I'm very grateful that he avoided that route. I am thoroughly looking forward to . This one is way better than Between the World and Me Amazon Customer This one is way better than Between the World and Me. Or you can say is the oppsite. The language is plain but appealing, little emotional expressions but strikes directly into your heart.I also think the reason why this book is especially touching is because it's not only talk about the. Ria Kirk said Really good book. I was required to read this book for class but ended up really enjoying it. It reads as a fictional book however it is very true, as well as eye opening. Not only was this interesting to read but it was also an easy ready. It is about a sociologist who goes to experience the slums and ga
A New York Times Bestseller Foreword by Stephen J. Examining the morally ambiguous, highly intricate, and often corrupt struggle to survive in an urban war zone, Gang Leader for a Day also tells the story of the complicated friendship that develops between Venkatesh and JT--two young and ambitious men a universe apart. From a privileged position of unprecedented access, Venkatesh observed JT and the rest of his gang as they operated their crack-selling business, made peace with their neighbors, evaded the law, and rose up or fell within the ranks of the gang’s complex hierarchical structure. "Riveting."--The New York Times "Compelling dramatic Venkatesh gives readers a window into a way of life that few Americans understand."--Newsweek "An eye-opening account into an underserved city within the city."--Chicago Tribune "The achievement of Gang Leader for a Day is to give the dry statistics a raw, beating heart."--The Boston Globe "A rich portrait of the urban poor, drawn not
Rogers's first-person narrative establishes a deep intimacy with the reader. His lilting, cadence and vocal characterization of tenants is enjoyable. Copyright © Reed Business Information, a division of Reed Elsevier Inc. . He found a complex system of compromises and subsistence that makes life (barely) manageable. Reg Rogers reads with great emphasis and rhythm. From Publishers Weekly In the late 1980s and 1990s, rogue sociologist Venkatesh infiltrated the world of tenant and gang life in Chicago's Robert Taylor Home projects. Venkatesh excellently illustrates the resourcefulness of impoverished communities in contrast to a society that has virtually abandoned them. All rights reserved. The insubstantial author interview on the last disc mostly c