Evicted Evicted Matthew Desmond

Evicted

How Poverty and Profit Collide in America's Urban Centers

by Matthew Desmond

★ 4.0 16 min read

About This Book

Evicted (2016) chronicles the painful experiences of individuals and families struggling to survive in America's most impoverished urban areas. Many have become trapped in an inescapable pattern of destitution, leaving them vulnerable to exploitative landlords who readily force families from their homes over minor infractions. The book examines life in Milwaukee's inner city, exploring the complex relationships between tenants and property owners in this heavily segregated environment.

Who Should Read This?

  • Sociologists studying urban poverty and housing inequality
  • Students pursuing degrees in urban planning and political science
  • Policy makers and local government officials working on housing issues

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