Family Properties by Beryl Satter
Race, Real Estate, and the Exploitation of Black Urban America
Set against the backdrop of post-World War II Chicago, this compelling narrative delves into the systemic racial discrimination and economic exploitation faced by African American families in the housing market. Through the lens of a personal family story, it exposes the predatory practices of contract selling, where black homeowners were denied mortgages and forced into exploitative agreements. The book intertwines personal anecdotes with broader historical analysis, shedding light on the resilience of communities fighting for justice and the enduring impact of these injustices on urban America.
- Published
- 2009
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- Unknown
- Length
- Long
- Pages
- 512
- Original Language
- English
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