Urban non-fiction books have gained immense popularity in recent years, shedding light on the complexities and realities of urban life. From memoirs to investigative journalism and sociological studies, these books provide a unique lens through which to understand the diverse challenges and experiences of city dwellers. If you're looking for compelling urban non-fiction reads, here are some highly recommended books and authors to consider: 1. "The Death and Life of Great American Cities" by Jane Jacobs: A classic in urban studies, this book explores the importance of vibrant neighborhoods, mixed land-use, and community participation in shaping cities. 2. "The Power Broker" by Robert A. Caro: Delve into the life of Robert Moses, a controversial figure who shaped modern New York City. Caro's exhaustive biography uncovers the complex web of power and influence in urban planning. 3. "Evicted: Poverty and Profit in the American City" by Matthew Desmond: This Pulitzer Prize-winning book provides a gripping narrative that explores the devastating impact of eviction on marginalized communities and the systemic issues that perpetuate poverty. 4. "The New Jim Crow: Mass Incarceration in the Age of Colorblindness" by Michelle Alexander: In this thought-provoking book, Alexander examines how the criminal justice system perpetuates racial inequality, particularly in urban areas. 5. "Gang Leader for a Day" by Sudhir Venkatesh: Follow the captivating journey of a young sociologist who gains unprecedented access to a Chicago gang and delves into the realities of urban poverty and street life. Other notable authors in the realm of urban non-fiction include Gideon Sjoberg, Richard Florida, Rebecca Solnit, and Le Corbusier. These authors offer unique insights and perspectives on urbanism, city planning, and the intricacies of urban living. To explore further, websites like Goodreads, Urban Omnibus, and CityLab provide comprehensive lists and recommendations for urban non-fiction books. Additionally, academic journals like Urban Studies and Journal of Urban Affairs offer in-depth research and analysis on various urban topics. Remember, the captivating world of urban non-fiction awaits you with a wealth of knowledge and understanding. Whether you're a city dweller yourself or simply intrigued by the complexities of urban life, these books will undoubtedly broaden your horizons and foster a deeper appreciation for the cities we inhabit.
I started writing a book as a beginner, simply because Naruto ended and I wanted to fulfill my childhood dream of reliving the Naruto experience.
560.01 Million words | 2022-03-05 23:26Update
Question: What is the experience like to become Handsome after losing weight? Anonymous Answer: Prostitutes are heartless, actors lack loyalty. Prostitutes should only show affection in bed, actors can only show loyalty on stage. Some people's charm only exists in bed, and they die once they leave. Some people's charm only exists on stage, and they die once they step off. - "Farewell My Concubine" Follow-up Question: This is too sophisticated, I don't understand. Are you really answering my question? I just want to know if girls will pursue me after becoming handsome! Anonymous Answer: Yes, just like how living people are pursued by zombies. Please refer to my answer in "What is it like to be pursued by zombies" or watch the movie "Too Popular, What to Do!"
80.50 Million words | 2020-08-11 10:51Update
Nangong Yue is a man, and also a handsome man. Naturally, it created a situation where you don't look for trouble, trouble finds you. Therefore, Nangong Yue began his own legendary story!
311.81 Million words | 2022-09-12 22:00Update
The Earth's strongest unexpectedly arrived in a vast world of martial arts, conquering alluring beauties from every corner and overlooking all heroes! I aspire to dominate the world, challenging anyone who dares to compete!
521.84 Million words | 2021-11-17 01:03Update
Three years ago, he was the undisputed king of soldiers, galloping through Africa; three years later, he returned to the city, without a car or a house, and endless troubles. Getting caught renting a room, being robbed while withdrawing money, and struggling to find a job without a diploma...that's nothing; being pursued by Lolitas, being pushed away by mature women, encountering a queen in a bar...that's truly disastrous! Every time someone asks, why is it always you who's unlucky? Lei Ren always blushingly says, it's just because my brother is too handsome and stands out too much!
554.08 Million words | 2023-05-24 03:11Update
A meteorite pierced through the roof of Dongfu, accompanied by a mysterious and unfathomable cultivation technique... Qin Zhengyang only wanted to be an ordinary student, quietly cultivating and living a peaceful life. However, a sudden upheaval in his family forced him to rise up and dominate the world, with an extraordinary presence and invincible power, sweeping over everything. Anything he desired, all geniuses had to kneel before him; any goal he set, no one could stop him; any beauty that entered his life, would bloom enchantingly for him without regret...
464.85 Million words | 2023-02-07 09:14Update
This is an incredibly cliché body-swapping story. The protagonist, an ordinary soldier who is not particularly handsome and doesn't have much money, works part-time at a gym for his dreams. In his lifetime, he has two dreams: owning his own gym and marrying the beautiful woman, Qiu Yun, from his company. But fate plays a joke. One accident causes the protagonist to switch bodies with Lin Xuefei, Qiu Yun's best friend and goddess of the company. Inexplicably, they have an unspoken understanding and live each other's lives. One becomes a metrosexual man, striving to support his handsome self and take care of his elderly mother. The other faces Qiu Yun's fiancé who is studying abroad. In losing themselves, they also find themselves. It turns out, fate has already arranged the marriage long ago... (Omitted chapters for confidentiality)
481.35 Million words | 2022-09-10 17:53Update
Three years ago, my younger sister was nearly... but I remained indifferent. Now, all I want is to take good care of her. Updated every night at 9 o'clock, at least three updates guaranteed. Additional updates requirements: For every 200 diamond donations, one additional update; for every recommended vote, one additional update; for every jade pendant reward, one additional update; for every crown reward, ten additional updates. Check out my previous book, "Sweetheart in the Family".
165.32 Million words | 2021-08-24 07:41Update
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459.66 Million words | 2021-07-11 20:33Update
With Molly's sincere prayers to the Bodhisattva and Old Ancestor, a gold thigh finally fell from the sky. Molly securely held onto the gold thigh and, together with her son Xiaoyu, began a wonderful life of comical money-making endeavors.
90.38 Million words | 2020-07-23 08:09Update
A clueless boy from the countryside, armed with the tomb-raiding thief's appraisal skills, arrived in Beijing. Nothing is impossible, only the arrival of a "new" person brings trouble to the antique market. Antiques, picking up bargains, gambling on stones, the insignificant individual eventually becomes a collector with countless treasures in their possession. A green boy grows into a towering man...
145.92 Million words | 2022-07-04 18:23Update
Tang and Song opened their eyes and found that the whole world had changed! The Tang Dynasty and the Song Dynasty no longer existed in history. In reality, there were no familiar literary works, variety shows, popular songs, well-known TV dramas, or popular sketch comedies and cross talks... Being reborn, they achieved their dream of becoming literary giants!
84.10 Million words | 2020-07-28 12:45Update
In the scorching summers that passed in the land of Huaxia, a major event rocked the entire Beichang City and shocked the whole country. Li Manqiong and Gu Xiaofeng officially announced the end of their 16-year marriage, marking the end of the honeymoon period for the two largest families in Huaxia, the Li Family and the Gu Family. In the same autumn, their fifteen-year-old son, Gu Xiaoyun, went missing. Three years later, a peculiar beggar boy mysteriously appeared in Nansheng City, the largest herbal medicine gathering place in Huaxia. His strange behavior caught everyone's attention.
39.68 Million words | 2020-08-02 11:56Update
Lin Yan, a performer, had a tarnished reputation due to being framed, faced betrayal from her beloved, and saw her career hit rock bottom. However, one day, her life took an unexpected turn: she became the lead actress, joined popular variety shows, and landed high-end advertisements. At the same time, peculiar events kept happening to her without her recollection. It wasn't until she met a mysterious and powerful man who knew everything about her that she started to uncover the truth...Note: If you, dear reader, think "Sweet and Warm Forever with You" is good, please don't forget to recommend it to your friends on QQ groups and Weibo!
171.02 Million words | 2023-03-28 07:12Update
The city life of the miserable youth, the gathering of losers' fortunes; The world of rivers and lakes, the three teachings and the nine classes, the mature women and the lolis, all join the fray; Antiques and gambling stones, treasure exploration, religious mysteries, one after another; Fate, however, pushes Wu Chen and his group of friends towards the pursuit of the secrets of the heavens and the earth, the ultimate quest of humanity. With your click, write a chapter of a true legend!
340.53 Million words | 2021-10-20 06:48Update
Qiao Bai, a young dreamy true love fan fighting in the big city. How did a poor person like me become an unparalleled master? The unparalleled Four Laws Qingyun? Wei W
477.33 Million words | 2021-01-22 23:30Update
Genius? No matter what martial arts, he only needs to practice once to master it. Other geniuses take six years to reach a certain level, but he only took less than six days. Ye Hao went on an adventure with his classmates, entering a forbidden cave, entering a mysterious and vast ancient realm. Here, people cultivate martial arts and divine arts, explore the mystery of immortality, and reach the pinnacle of desires! This is a young man who obtained the Nine Yang Scripture, embarking on a miraculous journey in a different world.
66.69 Million words | 2020-09-08 05:20Update
Shen You died, died in front of Lu Xun, whom she once loved but now hated. When she woke up again, she returned to her youthful days. In this year, she hadn't met Lu Xun yet. In this year, she was still one of the famous four beauties of the Shen family, the beloved youngest daughter of her family. In this year, she hadn't eloped for love yet... This time, she didn't want to make the same mistakes again.
86.91 Million words | 2020-11-03 06:16Update
Transmigrated into an unloved young lady of the marquis' household. Facing difficult circumstances and a rough road ahead, Lin Zhaoyan remains optimistic and calm. "Life," she says, "is simply about not crossing others if they don't cross me." In this life, all she desires is a peaceful existence, tranquil years, and a warm chamber without any coldness. Unfortunately, fate has other plans. Not only does she have a disappointing cheat, but why does even the male lead's setup have to be so pitiful?! She says, "Hold hands with me." He says, "I'll take you away." ********* It's been released! Those who like to pamper themselves can set it to auto-subscribe~
570.76 Million words | 2021-01-09 01:55Update
"The Right Bank of the Erguna River" is a long novel that depicts the current state of the Oroqen people's survival and the vicissitudes of the past century. It showcases the tenacious vitality and unyielding national spirit of a vulnerable ethnic group under the harsh natural environment and the pressures of modern civilization, as well as the rich and diverse ethnic character and charm. This book won the 7th Mao Dun Literature Prize.
557.29 Million words | 2022-09-20 19:19Update
