Book Details
Format
Paperback
Pages
528
Language
English
Published
Jul 15, 2004
Publisher
University of Wisconsin Press
ISBN-10
0299197441
ISBN-13
9780299197445
Description
In the gritty streets of Hell's Kitchen in 1959, a violent playground encounter sets off a chain of events that forever alters the lives of the community's youth. The narrative follows Salvador Agron, a young man whose struggles and choices embody the turbulent realities of urban life. As he navigates the complexities of identity, race, and survival, Agron becomes both a victim and a perpetrator in a brutal world, revealing the harsh truths of his environment.
Through rich storytelling and evocative dialogue, the authors delve into the psychology behind Agron's actions, dissecting the societal pressures that shaped him. The book offers a poignant exploration of hope and tragedy, shedding light on the often overlooked stories from the era, and ultimately questioning what it means to be human amid relentless adversity.
Through rich storytelling and evocative dialogue, the authors delve into the psychology behind Agron's actions, dissecting the societal pressures that shaped him. The book offers a poignant exploration of hope and tragedy, shedding light on the often overlooked stories from the era, and ultimately questioning what it means to be human amid relentless adversity.
Genres
Mystery
Crime