69 pages 2 hours read

Mitchell Duneier

Sidewalk

Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 1999

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Mitchell Duneier's Sidewalk offers a compelling ethnographic study of street vendors in Greenwich Village, highlighting significant sociological insights and humanizing its subjects. Critics praise its depth of research and empathy, though some argue the narrative can be overly detailed. Overall, it is celebrated for its accessible writing and nuanced portrayal of urban life.

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Who Should Read Sidewalk?

A reader who would enjoy Sidewalk by Mitchell Duneier likely has a strong interest in urban sociology, street culture, and ethnographic studies. Fans of Sudhir Venkatesh's Gang Leader for a Day or Elijah Anderson's Code of the Street will appreciate Duneier's in-depth exploration of street vendors' lives on New York City's sidewalks.

Recommended

Reading Age

18+years

Book Details

Topics
Sociology
Race / Racism
Education
Themes
Values/Ideas: Safety & Danger
Genre
Education
Anthropology
Social Science