Publication

1993 - Ticknor & Fields, New York, New York (State)

Language

English

Word Count

100,250 words, Guess

Page Count

401 pages

Identifiers

and 2 more
  • LibraryThing6542825
  • Goodreads944712

Classifications

  • DDC364.3/6/0974723
  • LCCHN80 .B87 D66 1993

Description

Follows a year in the life of two urban black males from opposite sides of the street. Gary Lemite, an enthusiastic young Housing police officer, charges recklessly into gunfire in pursuit of respect and promotion. Sharron Corley, a member of a gang called the LoLifes and the star of the Thomas Jefferson High School play, is also looking for respect as he tries to survive these streets.

Subjects

Topics

PoliceSocial conditionsJugendkriminalitätJeunes délinquantsStraßenkriminalitätJuvenile delinquentsJuvenile delinquency

Other Editions

  • The Ville: cops and kids in urban AmericaTicknor & Fields1993-01-01

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