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Gang Leader for a Day
A Rogue Sociologist Takes to the Streets
Book • 2008
In this book, Sudhir Venkatesh recounts his extensive fieldwork in the Robert Taylor Homes, a notorious housing project in Chicago.
Initially, Venkatesh's research involved observing the lives of gang members and residents, which led to a complex and often dangerous relationship with JT, the leader of a subgroup of the Black Kings gang.
Over several years, Venkatesh gained deep insights into the gang's operations, including their drug-dealing activities and the intricate social and economic structures within the community.
The book highlights the moral ambiguities and harsh realities of life in urban poverty, as well as the author's own ethical dilemmas and personal growth during his research.
Initially, Venkatesh's research involved observing the lives of gang members and residents, which led to a complex and often dangerous relationship with JT, the leader of a subgroup of the Black Kings gang.
Over several years, Venkatesh gained deep insights into the gang's operations, including their drug-dealing activities and the intricate social and economic structures within the community.
The book highlights the moral ambiguities and harsh realities of life in urban poverty, as well as the author's own ethical dilemmas and personal growth during his research.
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