G Dog And The Homeboys
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G Dog And The Homeboys
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Author : Celeste Fremon
language : en
Publisher: UNM Press
Release Date : 2008
G Dog And The Homeboys written by Celeste Fremon and has been published by UNM Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2008 with Biography & Autobiography categories.
This is an updated edition of the story of the gang scene in East L.A. and Father Gregory Boyle's innovative ministry and economic development efforts in the area.
Tattoos On The Heart
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Author : Greg Boyle
language : en
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
Release Date : 2011-02-08
Tattoos On The Heart written by Greg Boyle and has been published by Simon and Schuster this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2011-02-08 with Biography & Autobiography categories.
Father Boyle started Homeboy Industries nearly 20 years ago, which has served members of more than half of the gangs in Los Angeles. This collection presents parables about kinship and the sacredness of life drawn from Boyle's years of working with gangs.
Barking To The Choir
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Author : Gregory Boyle
language : en
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
Release Date : 2017-11-14
Barking To The Choir written by Gregory Boyle and has been published by Simon and Schuster this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2017-11-14 with Biography & Autobiography categories.
A Jesuit priest and founder of Homeboy Industries traces his experiences of working with gangs in Los Angeles for three decades, sharing what his efforts have taught him about faith, compassion, and the enduring power of radical kinship.
Father Greg And The Homeboys
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Author : Celeste Fremon
language : en
Publisher: Hyperion Books
Release Date : 1995-07-14
Father Greg And The Homeboys written by Celeste Fremon and has been published by Hyperion Books this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1995-07-14 with Biography & Autobiography categories.
Assigned to one of the most volatile neighborhoods in embattled East Los Angeles, Father Boyle has established himself as a force for positive change in a world where death and despair are rampant. His tireless efforts have been chronicled widely in the media, including profiles on 60 Minutes, Today, and Bill Moyers' Listening to America.
Skin Deep
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Author : Steven Burton
language : en
Publisher: powerHouse Books
Release Date : 2017-10-24
Skin Deep written by Steven Burton and has been published by powerHouse Books this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2017-10-24 with Photography categories.
For decades now tattoos have been potent symbols of the Los Angeles gang-life scene. The black and white tattoos with recognizable gang symbols appear on members' faces, necks and all over their bodies, making their gang affiliation immediately clear to whomever crosses their path. This can mean the difference between life and death on he streets, and just as often, in prison. What does this prominently placed imagery mean for those men and women who somehow extricate themselves from gang life or are released from prison or want to separate themselves from the gang and start life anew? The very tattoos which may have helped guard against the constant threat of rival gangs now bar many ex-gang members from employment, life without harassment, and the freedom to move on from a past they have worked hard to overcome. Skin Deep is a photography project that seeks to show the effects of this ongoing gang conflict in Los Angeles. Photographer Steven Burton set out to photograph realistic portraits of former gang members who are trying to escape the revolving door of death and prison. For these men and women, the aftermath of gang life is not only carried within--it is also scrawled across their faces and bodies. Skin Deep uniquely highlights the impact tattoos have on the way a person is perceived by showing what each participant might look like without them. Utilizing before and, thanks to the advantages of Photoshop, after photographs, these men and women got a chance to see what they'd look like without the inked visual armor. After the bare images were presented to each, they were asked to talk about themselves and their families, what tattoos represent to them, and their aspirations for the future. Seeing themselves without tattoos--many for the first time in decades--naturally brought about a wide range of emotions, recollections, hopes, and dreams, with responses such as: "I am shocked. I don't know what to say about this. I am going to give this to my mom, she is going to be so happy." "I think this guy in the pictures would judge the one with tattoos right off the top." "That's crazy, that looks real crazy. Those came out cool man! I think I like it better without the tattoos." Burton met his subjects thanks to Father Greg Boyle, the founder of Homeboy Industries in LA, and the entire project is inspired by his tireless work to help rehabilitate these former gang members and give them all a crucial second chance in life. Skin Deep offers a chance to expose the realities these individuals face when trying to rebuild their lives and re-enter society. As importantly, for the public, the project provokes consideration regarding how society perceives and judges people with tattoos and violent pasts and seeks to garner empathy for those caught in the crosshairs of gang life as they try to change their futures.
My Bloody Life
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Author : Reymundo Sanchez
language : en
Publisher: Chicago Review Press
Release Date : 2007-04-01
My Bloody Life written by Reymundo Sanchez and has been published by Chicago Review Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2007-04-01 with Biography & Autobiography categories.
Looking for an escape from childhood abuse, Reymundo Sanchez turned away from school and baseball to drugs, alcohol, and then sex, and was left to fend for himself before age 14. The Latin Kings, one of the largest and most notorious street gangs in America, became his refuge and his world, but its violence cost him friends, freedom, self-respect, and nearly his life. This is a raw and powerful odyssey through the ranks of the new mafia, where the only people more dangerous than rival gangs are members of your own gang, who in one breath will say they'll die for you and in the next will order your assassination.
Jumped In
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Author : Jorja Leap
language : en
Publisher: Beacon Press (MA)
Release Date : 2012
Jumped In written by Jorja Leap and has been published by Beacon Press (MA) this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2012 with Biography & Autobiography categories.
Oral histories, interviews, and eyewitness accounts explore the gang community in Los Angeles to describe how gang membership grows, why violence levels are so high, and how gang activity can best be handled.
Peace In The Hood
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Author : Aquil Basheer
language : en
Publisher: Turner Publishing Company
Release Date : 2014-06-16
Peace In The Hood written by Aquil Basheer and has been published by Turner Publishing Company this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2014-06-16 with Social Science categories.
When we think of gangs, we are likely overcome with images of fear and violence. But there is another side, that of the interventionists devoted to making peace in gang territories. Written by Aquil Basheer, a pioneer of the interventionist movement, Peace In the Hood takes us inside this dual world of violence and intervention, evoking the reality of gangland warfare while acknowledging the possibility of peace. Basheer has witnessed firsthand the brutality of gang violence. After founding the Professional Community Intervention Training Institute, Peace In the Hood marks Basheer’s next step in spreading his message of nonviolence. Designed to teach anyone how to become an interventionist, the book offers clear guidelines on the work. Each chapter deals with a key aspect of peacemaking and comes with anecdotes from Basheer’s own life. However, Peace In the Hood is not just a guide for burgeoning interventionists; it provides useful insights for everyone living in an area affected by gangs. Its descriptions make it the perfect tool for students and teachers of social justice, and its mix of narrative and advice creates an accessible text—a must-read for anyone seeking a deeper understanding of gangs and the efforts to make peace among them.
Gangs And Spirituality
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Author : Ross Deuchar
language : en
Publisher: Springer
Release Date : 2018-05-17
Gangs And Spirituality written by Ross Deuchar and has been published by Springer this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2018-05-17 with Social Science categories.
This book examines the role of religion and spirituality in desistance from crime and disengagement from gangs. Drawing upon in-depth interviews with male gang members and offenders as well as insights gathered from pastors, chaplains, coaches and personal mentors, the testimonials span three continents, focusing on the USA, Scotland, Denmark and Hong Kong. This volume offers unique empirical findings about the role that religion and spirituality can play in enabling some male gang members and offenders to transition into a new social sphere characterised by the presence of substitute forms of brotherhood and trust, and alternative forms of masculine status. The author presents critical insights into the potential relationship between religious and spiritual participation and the emergence of coping strategies to deal with the ‘stigmata’ that gang masculinity leaves behind. With its wide-ranging and multi-perspective approach, this book will be essential reading for students and scholars of gang culture, masculinity and spirituality, as well as policy makers and practitioners.
Anarchy And Community In The New American West
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Author : Kathryn Hovey
language : en
Publisher: UNM Press
Release Date : 2005
Anarchy And Community In The New American West written by Kathryn Hovey and has been published by UNM Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2005 with History categories.
The story of Madrid, New Mexico's, multiple identities and struggles for survival as a tourist attraction in the last three decades.