Street Corner Society: The Social Structure of an Italian Slum
Street Corner Society: The Social Structure of an Italian Slum
Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 1993
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Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 1993418
Book • Nonfiction
Boston, Massachusetts • 1930s
1993
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
Street Corner Society: The Social Structure of an Italian Slum by William Foote Whyte examines the social dynamics within an Italian-American neighborhood in Boston during the 1930s and 1940s. The ethnographic study highlights personal relationships, community organization, and social hierarchies, providing insights into how individuals navigate and influence their social environments.
Informative
Mysterious
Gritty
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Street Corner Society by William Foote Whyte is praised for its pioneering ethnographic approach and detailed depiction of Italian-American communities. It offers valuable insights into social dynamics but may feel outdated in methodology for some readers. The immersive storytelling captivates, yet its complexity might challenge those preferring straightforward narratives.
Who Should Read Street Corner Society: The Social Structure of an Italian Slum?
A reader intrigued by urban sociology, ethnography, or immigrant communities will enjoy Street Corner Society. Comparable to In Search of Respect by Philippe Bourgois, this book appeals to those interested in the dynamics of social structures in marginalized neighborhoods.
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Book • Nonfiction
Boston, Massachusetts • 1930s
1993
Adult
18+ years
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