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!
The Jiang family became entangled in a conspiracy, and their house was engulfed in a massive fire. Tang Chuchu risked her life to pull Jiang Chen out from the flames. Ten years later, Jiang Chen returned in glory, seeking both gratitude and vengeance. He repaid Tang Chuchu for saving his life and avenged the annihilation of the Jiang family. Jiang Chen appeared before Tang Chuchu, saying, "From now on, as long as I'm here, you'll have the whole world."
666.13 Million words | 2021-06-28 08:31Update
In the neon of blue and purple, under the dense steel sky, at the forefront of the data torrent, lies a world after the technological revolution, where reality and illusion intersect. Steel and body, past and future. Here, the outer world and the inner world coexist, and everything before us is like a wall of time within reach. Darkness gradually envelops. But you must understand, my friend, we cannot confront darkness with gentleness; we must use fire.
395.18 Million words | 2021-11-11 17:35Update
Reborn. Flowers, birds, fish, insects, porcelain, pottery, calligraphy, paintings, jade gambling, Ming and Qing furniture, dressing accessories, ancient coins, cigarette labels, posters... From now on, my glamorous life as an antique collector begins. ... ... ... Already completed novel: "The City of Rebirth" [Detailed Introduction] Keywords: Rebirth, Antiques
177.29 Million words | 2023-01-17 00:04Update
I am helpless with my wife. She is clearly a queen in the music industry, but she only enjoys buying groceries and cooking for me. She is the beloved national goddess, yet she only wants to be a virtuous wife and mother. Her fans send me razor blades every day, blaming me for holding her back, but I never wanted this either! Who knew that having such a dutiful wife could also be a burden? And to think, all this happy trouble started from that night when I sat on the rooftop and sang a song called "On the Rooftop".... This is a story of a national goddess pursuing a down-to-earth man, facing obstacles and overcoming challenges, ultimately succeeding in reversing their roles. (No ill intentions, a bit of twists and turns in the beginning, but full of sweetness later on.)
221.61 Million words | 2022-04-26 15:57Update
Xu Renshan, who was reborn, originally bought double the lottery tickets with his memories, but missed the opportunity to win two billion yuan. Initially, he could have relied on the advantage of being reborn to successfully pass the job interview and become a government official, but he changed his mind when he met a wealthy woman during a blind date. A government official who works from nine to five can never compare to an easy and luxurious life. After many years, a billionaire woman, huh? The assets under his control are increasing by billions of dollars in annual income.
176.87 Million words | 2020-09-04 19:02Update
A generation of soldier king left the army with resentment, disappearing for several years. Then, the invincible powerhouse forcefully returns to the city, once again inciting a storm of blood and violence! Being direct and aggressive is my way of doing things, and if you dare to challenge me, I'll take you on. Witness how the top unruly youth dominates the city and writes his own legendary tale of being the king! It's still extremely exciting and full of passion! (Old novel "Urban Evil King" is completed with millions of words, no record of hiatus, quality guaranteed! Join the group: )
1,682.40 Million words | 2022-06-17 15:26Update
Nurturing Qi, Observing Qi, Stabilizing Qi, Harnessing Qi, Cultivating Qi, Inquiring Qi - the six realms of a Feng Shui master! Integrity, Self-improvement, Harmonious family, Good governance, Peaceful world - Su Jiu is just an ordinary inheritor of Feng Shui knowledge, but due to various opportunities, he embarked on a brilliant and splendid path in life. With an iron tongue, predicting one's future, With a bronze tongue, determining one's wealth and fortune, With a golden tongue, altering one's destiny, Using ten fingers to calculate life and death, Feng Shui brings wealth and fortune, With six divinations, understanding all worldly matters, and with the Eight Trigrams, exploring every human existence!
238.54 Million words | 2021-07-14 09:42Update
After a lifetime of effortlessly winning in the entertainment industry, Fang Che suddenly found himself transported. He appeared directly at the concert of the reigning queen Xu Qingdi and had the opportunity to go on stage as a lucky fan for a duet. Xu Qingdi: "Hey handsome, which song of mine would you like to sing today?" Fang Che didn't recognize this queen, nor did he know any of her songs. All he could do was bravely say, "How about I perform a new song?" He was Ye Xianglun, the genius writer who penned "Blue and White Porcelain," the pioneer of online dramas... This novel is also known as "The Killing Spree Starts from the Queen's Concert." I've created a group chat: Everyone, come in and let's chat.
240.03 Million words | 2021-10-18 15:00Update
He is a low-key traditional Chinese medicine doctor, he is a low-key Taoist priest, he is a low-key heir to wealth, he is a low-key Chinese person blending in various levels of American society. Low-profile yet not vulgar, ambiguous yet warm, ordinary yet enviable. In the days in America, being a Chinese Taoist!
465.87 Million words | 2023-06-28 12:53Update
Ancient civilization, lost treasure, mysterious ancient tomb. With the guidance of a fragment of a secret scroll passed down in the protagonist's family, three contemporary tomb raiders peel back layers of ancient mysteries in a bizarre underground world. What lies beneath the Kunlun Mountain's glacier is a nine-story demon tower. What is it? Concealing the tomb of a vanished ancient sorcerer king, sinister burial pits, mysterious mica, and a underground nine-story "golden" tower, filled with peculiar ancient costumes on withered skeletons. And what unknown creatures lurk here? Swarming fireflies attack, gigantic mysterious crawling monsters. A group of people fighting for their lives! Custom tags by the author: tomb raiding, technical skills.
439.43 Million words | 2021-08-03 05:32Update
Chen Hao was just an ordinary student, with no money, no power, and no influence. But ever since he acquired a WeChat capable of connecting to the divine realm, his life has undergone a tremendous transformation. The territory is mine; treasures are mine; all the beauties are mine too. You dare not submit? Fine, I'll just fight until you do.
389.40 Million words | 2020-09-13 22:12Update
Kong Yu, the abandoned child of a prestigious family, inherits the legacy of the Divine Lord. With countless martial arts techniques in his possession, he cultivates the Nine Transformation Profound Arts using the bloodline of the Witch Clan. Due to the death of his beloved, he causes endless slaughter in search of a resurrection method. Kong Yu shatters the heavens with his ancient martial arts, annihilates the universe with the ancestral witch's divine powers, and confronts the Saint of the Heavenly Path. Gathering the flags of the five directions, he ultimately becomes the Supreme Master of the Primordial Unity, dominating over all in the infinite cycles of time, laughing proudly at the world.
300.98 Million words | 2020-07-04 11:22Update
I have my king, I am his loyal servant, willing to wave my flag and shout for him, willing to die on the battlefield for him.
495.48 Million words | 2022-02-28 13:59Update
Being a director and creating a movie that drives the whole world crazy is Wang Yang's dream. However, his life has just been struck by a major setback as he was wrongly accused and expelled from Southern California University. But just as God closed one door for Wang Yang, He opened another. After being hit by a BB car on the street, Wang Yang is able to see future movies! So, the year becomes extraordinary, with not only the miraculous performance of "Titanic," but also the rise of a legendary director of the century. ※※ Reader group:
286.37 Million words | 2023-05-27 01:20Update
Chu Tianlin, a teenager about to take the college entrance examination, was hit by a falling stove from the sky, and his life changed dramatically. The stove is called the Creation Furnace, capable of using spiritual energy as fuel and using all things in the world as materials to refine various miraculous treasures: After refining Yunnan Baiyao, it gained the effects of Heiyu Discontinuity Ointment! After ten years of preparing for the college entrance examination and five years of simulated tests, it refined into a crystallization of wisdom, making the college entrance examination a piece of cake! The piggy bank was refined into a treasure basin, automatically collecting a treasure every day! The Twelve Techniques of Scattering Hands were refined into a crystallization of scattering hands, instantly becoming a grandmaster of scattering hands. Would you like to try the Dragon Descending Eighteen Palms?
133.18 Million words | 2022-03-02 07:25Update
This is a story of a distant rivers and lakes, but dreams of returning to the 1980s. Rivers and lakes are not about fighting and killing, but about human relationships. My name is Zhang Guobin! Sir, I haven't been a big shot for many years.
229.62 Million words | 2020-12-01 19:50Update
Fang Han, a recent graduate from the Traditional Chinese Medicine College, initially only wished to become a calm and handsome doctor, find a beautiful wife, and eventually obtain the title of Chief Physician before retirement. However, unexpectedly, he unintentionally became the youngest national medical expert.
522.96 Million words | 2021-07-10 04:00Update
An ordinary urban entry-level white-collar worker accidentally obtains a magical bead that brings enormous changes to his life. He mingles with the American elite, opens a ranch, improves cattle and horses, keeps some fierce beasts, and enjoys the blue sky, snow-clad mountains, and lush meadows. He has fun herding cattle, hunting, and riding horses, leading a leisurely and carefree life without the need to worry about punching in for work, pleasing the boss, or engaging in office politics for promotion. basking in the fresh air and warm sunshine, he takes a little nap in the afternoon.
199.93 Million words | 2020-09-15 21:58Update
Heaven closed, hell full. So, I stay in the mortal realm as a source of trouble...
297.24 Million words | 2021-09-02 10:13Update
Holding a meager salary, eating boxed lunches, riding a dilapidated bicycle, he was originally content with being a worker in the city. However, due to his gradually revealed talents, he became the target of various offers and even caught the attention of beautiful women. "Sigh, I could have relied on my looks to make a living, but I had to rely on my talent instead. Let me be alone for a while," Qin Chuan said with a headache. [This book is purely fictional and should not be associated with reality.]
172.90 Million words | 2020-08-02 08:38Update
Five years ago, the Ye family was exterminated, and the worthless Ye Chen mysteriously disappeared. Five years later, that Ye family waste has returned! With a cultivation that shakes the heavens and causes ghosts and gods to weep! This time, Ye Chen will make the heavens tremble in awe! He will make the earth quake! He will reign over all and ascend to the pinnacle of the sky!
2,079.04 Million words | 2023-04-10 01:18Update
