A World of Gangs: Armed Young Men and Gangsta Culture (Volume 14) (Globalization and Community)

The A World of Gangs book is a groundbreaking exploration into the global proliferation of urban gangs, their formation, and persistence in the face of poverty, racism, and oppression.

Through in-depth analysis of gang formation in three world cities - Chicago, Rio de Janeiro, and Capetown - this book reveals how some gangs have institutionalized as a strategy to confront a hopeless cycle of violence.

The author proposes ways in which gangs might be encouraged to overcome their violent tendencies and join broader movements for social justice.

With insights into the ideology and persistence of gangs around the world, this book is a must-read for anyone interested in understanding the complexities of urban life and the struggles of marginalized communities.