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!
"Brave New World" is one of the most iconic works of 20th-century dystopian literature. Alongside George Orwell's "1984" and Yevgeny Zamyatin's "We", it is considered one of the three pillars of the dystopian genre, with profound influence on the global intellectual sphere. Drawing upon extensive knowledge of biology and psychology, the book depicts a fictional society set in the era of Ford, or the year 632 A.F. (After Ford). It portrays a world where humans are controlled from birth to death, due to advancements in social and biological engineering. In this "brave new world", humanity has become mere puppets in the hands of monopolistic genetic corporations and political figures, with control starting as early as the stages of genetic manipulation and embryonic development.
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(New book released, also read previous book 'Auto Chess in the Operating Room', a lot to explore) Qin Lang acquires a life simulator system that allows him to simulate a career as a doctor and gain various rewards: [At the age of twenty-four, through his own efforts, you qualify for advanced training at the city hospital from the community hospital.] [You join the burn and reconstructive surgery department at the city hospital, and due to your accumulated experience from the previous life, you impress everyone during the rounds, overshadowing the eight-year medical students in your group. A week later, you obtain the qualification to manage patients.] [After six months, you perform your first surgery as the lead surgeon, leaving the senior doctors amazed.] [At the age of twenty-five, you secure a position at the city hospital...] [At the age of twenty-seven, your research paper gets published in The Lancet...]... [At the age of sixty, you retire from the hospital, concluding your medical career] [Simulation ends, evaluation of your medical career: Nationally renowned doctor] [You can retain one of the following abilities] [.Skills of a sixty-year-old doctor] [.Clinical experience of a sixty-year-old] [.Medical wisdom of a sixty-year-old].
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Xu Yang found himself directly reincarnated at Jay Chou's concert, sitting in the audience seat in a dazed state. It was time for the interactive session. Jay Chou asked a girl, 'What's your name? And what song do you want?' The girl replied, 'I'm called Little Fairy, and I want to request the song 'What Kind of Man' to dedicate to my ex-boyfriend, whom I know is here in the audience.' Amidst cheers from the crowd, after a song, Jay Chou asked, 'What about this friend? What song would you like?' At this moment, a staff member placed the microphone in front of Xu Yang, making him realize that he was the one being referred to. Xu Yang said, 'I don't want to request a song. Can I have the microphone?'...
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Waking up in the 1960s, Qin Huairu becomes the female protagonist in the novel 'The Full House of Birds'. She feels tremendous pressure, realizing that she will have to support the whole extended family in the future. Fortunately, she brings along a small supermarket in her space, with all kinds of rice, flour, and oil available. With her presence, no one can accuse her of being a 'vampire'. Of course, she enjoys teasing Jia Zhangshi, scolding Xu Damao, and many more adventures await her...
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If Snails Have Love is a novel written by author Ding Mo, a urban romance novel. The story revolves around the cold and stoic police captain Ji Bai, who gradually develops feelings for the rookie police officer Xu Xu. Unfortunately, this brilliant young woman is as slow in matters of the heart as a snail.
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In the divine world for four hundred years, Chu Chen rises against all odds, experiencing vicissitudes, and finally returns across the starry sky. 'If others do not offend me, I will not offend them; but if others offend me, I will eliminate them from the roots.'
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The heir of the top company Chen Corporation, Chen Yiyi, dies in a car accident but is reborn in a lazy and insignificant person. Surprisingly, this person has a beautiful wife and daughter. Chen Yiyi discovers that his death was not accidental, and everything he had before is being taken away. Do you think you can trick me, Chen Yiyi? You don't have the ability yet... Determined, Chen Yiyi decides to rebuild his shattered family from scratch. Since you dared to take everything from me, I will personally crush everything you have! What? This woman wants to divorce me? Impossible! Since you've become Chen Yiyi's woman, you will never escape from my grip in this lifetime! Please support my new book.
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Xie Xiaodan is a beautiful and capable white-collar worker in the CBD, immersed in a refined and luxurious lifestyle. Her cousin Chen Qing, a top student graduated from Stanford, gave up a well-paid job in the United States to fully support her boyfriend's entrepreneurial journey in Beijing. Tian Rong, their close friend, faced setbacks in both love and career, and immersed herself in the real estate market after losing her job. Over the course of a decade of rising house prices in Beijing, their wealth, sense of achievement, and social status quietly shifted, dividing them into those who own a house and those who don't. Their pursuits and hopes in life changed involuntarily in the face of the harsh reality of soaring housing prices. Through detailed and authentic descriptions of reality, the novel leads us to seek answers to the housing problems plaguing the Chinese people.
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Cheng Lan, An Qi, and Na Na, three girls of different ages, meet at the Borui Sai Public Relations Company and become friends and business partners. Their friendship goes beyond being best friends, they are also partners in their careers, supporting each other, venting their frustrations, experiencing setbacks at work, and overcoming challenges together. Their emotions have been tested and betrayed. In the end, Cheng Lan courageously resigns from a seemingly glamorous foreign-owned company, starts her own business, and finds her own place in the industry, fighting for it. An Qi bravely takes responsibility for her wrong choices and regains her confidence, starting a new chapter in her life. Na Na, unlike others, is not satisfied with a wealthy lifestyle, but takes steady steps from being an intern and eventually earns the trust of her family. The Eighteenth on the Bund carries their aspirations, professional dreams, and teaches them that they need to struggle and fight to change their destiny.
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