49 pages • 1 hour read
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Philippe Bourgois' In Search of Respect earns praise for its compelling ethnographic study of New York's inner-city communities, offering deep insights into systemic poverty and drug culture. The narrative's raw, honest portrayal is both a strength and a drawback, as some find it unsettling. The detailed, empathetic approach, however, elevates it as a powerful academic resource.
In Search of Respect by Philippe Bourgois will captivate readers interested in urban anthropology, social justice, and life within marginalized communities. Comparable to those who appreciated The Spirit Catches You and You Fall Down by Anne Fadiman or There Are No Children Here by Alex Kotlowitz.
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