Gang Leader For A Day. Book Summary

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Sudhir Venkatesh

What’s inside

Sudhir Venkatesh befriends a gang leader in Chicago and experiences urban poverty and crime firsthand, providing unique insights.

You’ll Learn

  • Understanding of inner-city life
  • Insights into the complexities of gang culture
  • Awareness of societal and economic issues in urban contexts
  • Ethical considerations in sociological research

Key Points

  • Introduction to the Chicago urban poor
  • Befriending a gang leader
  • Insider view of gang dynamics
  • The economics of drug trafficking
  • Confronting ethical dilemmas
  • Implications for social policy
  • Personal transformation of the author

Who’s it For

  • Sociologists
  • Anthropology enthusiasts
  • Students of criminal justice
  • Readers interested in urban issues
  • Non-fiction fans

About the author

Sudhir Venkatesh is a renowned sociologist known for his deep immersion into urban culture and poverty.