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Division Street: America
Book • 1967
'Division Street: America' by Studs Terkel is a captivating mosaic of voices capturing the essence of urban life in mid-20th century America.
Through a series of interviews with ordinary people living along Chicago's Division Street, Terkel paints a vibrant portrait of a nation undergoing rapid social and cultural change.
The book explores themes of identity, community, and the search for meaning in an increasingly fragmented world.
Terkel's subjects range from blue-collar workers and shopkeepers to artists and intellectuals, each offering a unique perspective on the challenges and opportunities of modern urban existence.
'Division Street: America' is a testament to Terkel's ability to connect with people from all walks of life, creating a powerful and enduring record of the American experience.
Through a series of interviews with ordinary people living along Chicago's Division Street, Terkel paints a vibrant portrait of a nation undergoing rapid social and cultural change.
The book explores themes of identity, community, and the search for meaning in an increasingly fragmented world.
Terkel's subjects range from blue-collar workers and shopkeepers to artists and intellectuals, each offering a unique perspective on the challenges and opportunities of modern urban existence.
'Division Street: America' is a testament to Terkel's ability to connect with people from all walks of life, creating a powerful and enduring record of the American experience.
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Studs Terkel mentions this book as one of his earlier works, describing it as being about a large city, Chicago.
Studs, teachers and students have a conversation at a high school where there is controversy over the use of the book "Working"
