47 pages • 1 hour read
Laurence RalphRenegade Dreams: Living Through Injury in Gangland Chicago
Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2014A modern alternative to SparkNotes and CliffsNotes, SuperSummary offers high-quality Study Guides with detailed chapter summaries and analysis of major themes, characters, and more.
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Reviews & Readership
Review Roundup
Laurence Ralph's Renegade Dreams is praised for its empathetic ethnography and vivid portrayal of urban life in East Chicago. Reviewers commend its innovative approach to chronicling gang culture and community resilience. However, some critics feel the academic jargon could be more accessible to general readers. Overall, it's a compelling, thought-provoking read.
Who Should Read Renegade Dreams?
A reader who enjoys Renegade Dreams by Laurence Ralph is likely interested in urban anthropology, social justice, and the complexities of inner-city life. Similar works include The Corner by David Simon and Ed Burns and There Are No Children Here by Alex Kotlowitz, which also explore the struggles and resilience in marginalized communities.
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