Fist, Stick, Knife, Gun by Geoffrey Canada

A Personal History of Violence

This compelling memoir offers a raw and insightful exploration of the pervasive cycle of violence in urban America, as experienced through the eyes of a young boy growing up in the South Bronx. It chronicles the evolution of street violence from fistfights to the deadly use of guns, highlighting the societal and systemic factors that contribute to this escalation. The narrative is both a personal journey and a broader commentary on the urgent need for community intervention and reform to break the cycle of violence and provide safer environments for future generations.

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Published
1995
Nationality
American
Length
Short
Pages
176-192
Original Language
English
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