Urban Non-Fiction: Exploring the Realities of City Life Are you a fan of gritty, thought-provoking tales set in the concrete jungles? Look no further than the genre of urban non-fiction. Urban non-fiction, also known as urban literature or street lit, delves into the authentic experiences of city dwellers, tackling issues such as poverty, crime, and social inequality. In this article, we will recommend some must-read urban non-fiction novels, highlight their talented authors, and provide resources for further exploration. 1. "The Corner" by David Simon and Edward Burns: This critically acclaimed book offers an intimate and eye-opening view of life in Baltimore's drug-ridden neighborhoods. Co-authored by journalist David Simon and former detective Edward Burns, "The Corner" reveals the stark realities of addiction, poverty, and systemic failures. 2. "Evicted: Poverty and Profit in the American City" by Matthew Desmond: Pulitzer Prize-winning author Matthew Desmond takes readers into the heart of Milwaukee, where families struggle to keep a roof over their heads. "Evicted" sheds light on the devastating impact of eviction and the cyclical nature of poverty, weaving together personal stories and in-depth research. 3. "Gang Leader for a Day" by Sudhir Venkatesh: Through his firsthand experiences, sociologist Sudhir Venkatesh unveils the intricate workings of gang culture in Chicago's housing projects. "Gang Leader for a Day" offers a compelling narrative that challenges stereotypes and provides insight into the complexities of urban communities. 4. "The Power Broker" by Robert A. Caro: For a different perspective on the urban landscape, this monumental biography of New York City's infamous urban planner, Robert Moses, is a must-read. Caro's extensively researched masterpiece delves into the political maneuverings and power struggles that shaped modern-day New York. These novels provide just a glimpse into the vast array of urban non-fiction available. Authors such as LeAlan Jones, Alex Kotlowitz, and Adrian Nicole LeBlanc have also made significant contributions to the genre. To explore further, consider visiting reputable websites like Urban Fiction.org or Goodreads, where you can find comprehensive lists of recommended urban non-fiction books. Whether you're seeking a compelling narrative or a deeper understanding of city life, urban non-fiction offers a window into the realities faced by many. So, grab a cup of coffee, settle into a cozy spot, and let the pages transport you into the heart of the urban landscape. Happy reading!
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156.27 Million words | 2021-11-03 10:33Update
This is an exciting story about traveling through parallel worlds! After reading it, you will only exclaim, "Damn, it's so good!" PS: Welcome to join the Autumn Blade Explosion Group, group number: [group number].
140.52 Million words | 2023-05-30 23:17Update
"Stop it, don't fight! Lu Bu, Bai Qi, you think I'm talking nonsense, right? And you, Genghis Khan, put the stool down!" Jiang Xiaoming, a loser librarian, never expected that the Great Gods would inexplicably come to his house. As long as he can support them for a year, he can live a life of wealth and luxury in the second half of his life. But with a monthly salary of only two thousand yuan, how can he ensure that these people don't starve to death? Online waiting, quite urgent!!!"
68.43 Million words | 2022-10-12 03:53Update
After his parents divorced, Lin Lu, an art examination candidate, began his life of solitude. The days passed peacefully without any disturbances. However, everything changed one day when a sister moved in next door. These two strangers began an extraordinary and magical connection. The sister from next door was truly kind-hearted. She helped Lin Lu with his studies and cooked for him. She was elegant and poised, gentle and considerate. Occasionally, she would show a cute and absent-minded side! However, something seemed off about the development of their relationship...
79.03 Million words | 2021-08-12 12:24Update
A young man living in the city turns out to be from a thousand years in the future. However, the protagonist, Xiao Yuning, is unaware of this as he gains a small alarm clock that can control time, becoming the personal bodyguard of numerous school beauties and glamorous women! A love affair out of sync with the times, what will be the ultimate outcome? What mission does Xiao Yuning carry on his shoulders? Faced with many powerful and unknown adversaries, how will Xiao Yuning respond? A path paved for Xiao Yuning to become a god, how will he overcome adversity and create his own audacious journey? Welcome to read "The Ultimate Future Bodyguard" and I hope everyone will show their support!
75.73 Million words | 2022-05-28 20:04Update
High Yang was accidentally hit on the head by a brick falling from the sky. The brick propelled him to the celestial realm, where he became the apprentice of the janitor, responsible for cleaning the heavens. These things that were considered rubbish in the celestial realm were treasures in High Yang's eyes. With these treasures, the fruits he grew and the fish he raised not only tasted delicious but also had the benefits of health and cultivation, becoming highly sought-after items in the mortal realm. With nothing else to do, he went to the Gourd Palace to look for the elixirs that the Old Immortal accidentally scattered on the ground, and then went to the Jade Pool to get some fairy wine to sell in the mortal realm. These things were all highly coveted down there! From then on, High Yang began a wonderful life. (Created a QQ group, hoping friends who enjoy this book can join: Thank you!) (PS: During the launch of the new book, I'm seeking recommendations, collections, and donations... basically, anything and everything!)
212.17 Million words | 2022-04-22 07:10Update
In this new world, Du Fei had no amazing singing voice; no extraordinary talent; and definitely no life-changing technology... All he had was the web novels he had once read. "Legend of the Little Soldier," "Zi Chuan," "Zhu Xian," "Unruly Immortal Ascension," "Demon's Law"... Every work by Du Fei was adored by billions of readers. However, it also sparked immense controversy, with never-ending criticism and slander. Some claimed he was vulgar and despicable, a brainless fool, while others accused him of shamelessly pandering to readers, or even disgracing literature itself... Yet, there were also those who believed he had broken free from the shackles of traditional thinking and forged a new path in writing... Is Du Fei the greatest plagiarist in the history of web novels, or is he the messenger who transcends dimensions to spread this culture? Find out everything in "Leave It to Me to Become a Deity!" Join our community of like-minded individuals. Group number: [群号].
42.64 Million words | 2020-07-23 19:27Update
Fang Nuan had lived alone for too long. After a car accident, she was reborn as the rich daughter of the mayor, finally having a family and love. Su Ye had experienced too many treacherous schemes in the business world but had never expected to meet someone like her. He was willing to protect her until old age.
23.80 Million words | 2023-03-28 08:21Update
I'm not the protagonist, please don't treat me like the male lead...
473.25 Million words | 2022-06-29 11:10Update
This is a story of a deity leading a group of minor deities and a bunch of unlucky demons in a city, engaging in constant conflicts.
38.14 Million words | 2022-02-17 12:50Update
The human heart has a temperature. What is the temperature of your heart? Have you forgotten your previous convictions because of the hustle and bustle of life? Even the once boiling blood is gradually cooling down... This is the story of a seemingly successful young man finding himself again, letting his frozen heart and blood boil once more... Dedicated to those who once had dreams. Never give up on life, even when there seems to be a dead end. Hope is around the corner...
21.33 Million words | 2022-01-02 16:26Update
Floating sports cars fill the sky, people flying in the air, shooting fire from their mouths, eyes glowing. Wait, isn't that Iron Man? Hey, hold on, can you sign an autograph for me? Is this all a dream?... Is this really a dream? Xi Tianling jumps out of bed with a smile on his face. Shaking his head, he casually waves his hand, and a magnificent supercar appears in front of him...
18.98 Million words | 2022-05-16 15:26Update
Mu Yang is reborn in the year 2008, a time of prosperity, with a beautiful girlfriend by his side and a reading system in his hands. At Level LV, he earns money and gains skill experience for every word he reads. Mu Yang helplessly thinks, 'It's not my fault, I just want to read quietly.' A story about a single girl, focusing on physical industry, nostalgic literature, relaxation, and making up for regrets. Let the journey begin with this book.
237.22 Million words | 2022-10-17 12:31Update
I enjoy sitting on an empty street during the night, listening to their murmured whispers, savoring their clamor.
534.40 Million words | 2021-07-18 19:12Update
Iron-mouthed and sharp-witted, a single divination worth a fortune. Young Ye Tian fortuitously inherits the legacy of a divination master, delving into the realms of heaven and man, deciphering the changes of the past and present, continuing the ancient and lost teachings. Join the supergroup for communication. The novel "Golden Pupil" has been completed, perfect for filling your reading void. A new book has been uploaded, please kindly show your support by collecting, clicking, and recommending.
274.83 Million words | 2022-07-20 05:09Update
I'm so unlucky, really. While others are time traveling, I can only be the one traveled through. While others are dating, I can only be the one being dated... In my pawn shop called "No. Several," I receive a series of customers with names like Jing Ke, Li Bai, Guan Yu, Qin Huan, and so on. A chain of hilarious stories unfolds. This book is filled with a strong sense of parody, combining elements of cultivation, time travel, urban life, and romance. Therefore, it is named "The First Chaos in History."
182.55 Million words | 2020-11-25 21:48Update
Years later, the old man, dressed in tattered clothes, sat on a birch stump in front of a dilapidated house. He took a sip of his homemade liquor and a puff of intense green toad tobacco. Squinting his eyes, he watched the sunset descending into the Changbai Mountains. Beside him, a little child of about six or seven years old, who was playing with two mixed-breed dogs, one black and one white, he said, "Fusheng, the most feared creature by the Northeast Tiger is not the thick-skinned Black Blindman nor the wild boar king weighing a few jin, but the mountain-guarding dog that climbs up the mountain." Many years later, the old man was laid to rest in an inconspicuous grave mound. The child who hadn't frozen to death from the smoke bombs during the snowy days nor been killed with white eyes by the villagers of Zhangjia Village had finally...
113.76 Million words | 2021-03-19 18:53Update
Unexpectedly, the social elite and diamond bachelor, Chen Hansheng, was reborn and woke up as a high school graduate. At the crossroads of life, Chen Hansheng is also hesitating. Should he follow the normal path and become a multimillionaire? Or should he strive to add a few zeros to his personal assets and change the course of history? There is already a work called "The Great Era", with a group of book enthusiasts.
313.07 Million words | 2020-08-26 00:38Update
I am the calamity of the countless races in the universe! I have completed works such as "Global Martial Arts" and "Rebirth: Endless Wealth". For those who haven't read them, you can go take a look. Please collect my new book and enjoy it at your leisure.
833.79 Million words | 2020-10-29 05:34Update
The childhood crush sitting next to me unexpectedly became a big celebrity, both fierce and adorable.
87.79 Million words | 2020-10-11 06:48Update
Zhuang Rui, a junior staff member at a pawnshop, experienced a strange transformation of his eyes during an unexpected incident. From then on, exquisite ceramics, elegant bronze artifacts, and thrilling jade gambling events came one after another, completely overturning his life. With his new pair of unfamiliar eyes, he embarked on a journey of wealth and prosperity.
413.86 Million words | 2022-10-26 22:53Update
