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New York Times Bestseller Winner Of The Pulitzer Prize One Of Times Ten Best Nonfiction Books Of The Decade One Of The New York Timess 100 Best Books Of The 21St Centuryone Of The Most Acclaimed Books Of Our Time, This Modern Classic Has Set A New Standard For Reporting On Poverty (Barbara Ehrenreich, The New York Times Book Review).In Evicted, Princeton Sociologist And Macarthur Genius Matthew Desmond Follows Eight Families In Milwaukee As They Each Struggle To Keep A Roof Over Their Heads. Hailed As Wrenching And Revelatory (The Nation), Vivid And Unsettling (New York Review Of Books), Evicted Transforms Our Understanding Of Poverty And Economic Exploitation While Providing Fresh Ideas For Solving One Of Twentyfirstcentury Americas Most Devastating Problems. Its Unforgettable Scenes Of Hope And Loss Remind Us Of The Centrality Of Home, Without Which Nothing Else Is Possible.A Best Book Of The Year: President Barack Obama, The New York Times Book Review, The Boston Globe, The Washington Post, Npr, Entertainment Weekly, The New Yorker, Bloomberg, Esquire, Buzzfeed, Fortune, San Francisco Chronicle, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, St. Louis Postdispatch, Politico, The Week, Chicago Public Library, Bookpage, Kirkus Reviews, Library Journal, Publishers Weekly, Booklist, Shelf Awarenesswinner Of: The National Book Critics Circle Award For Nonfiction The Pen/John Kenneth Galbraith Award For Nonfiction The Andrew Carnegie Medal For Excellence In Nonfiction The Hillman Prize For Book Journalism The Pen/New England Award The Chicago Tribune Heartland Prizefinalist For The Los Angeles Times Book Prize And The Kirkus Prizeevicted Stands Among The Very Best Of The Social Justice Books.Ann Patchett, Author Of Bel Canto And Commonwealthgripping And Movingtragic, Too.Jesmyn Ward, Author Of Salvage The Bonesevicted Is That Rare Work That Has Something Genuinely New To Say About Poverty.San Francisco Chronicle
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- Q: What is the title of the book? A: The title of the book is 'Evicted: Poverty and Profit in the American City'.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author is Matthew Desmond, a Princeton sociologist and MacArthur Genius.
- Q: How many pages does this book have? A: This book contains four hundred forty-eight pages.
- Q: What are the dimensions of the book? A: The dimensions are five point sixteen inches in length, zero point ninety-four inches in width, and seven point ninety-six inches in height.
- Q: What type of binding does the book have? A: The book is available in paperback binding.
- Q: Is this book suitable for young readers? A: The book is more suitable for adults due to its themes of poverty and social issues.
- Q: What genre does this book belong to? A: The book is classified under the genre of nonfiction, specifically focusing on poverty.
- Q: What is the main theme of 'Evicted'? A: The main theme revolves around the struggles of families facing eviction and economic exploitation.
- Q: How should I care for this book? A: To care for the book, store it in a cool, dry place and avoid exposing it to moisture.
- Q: Is this book safe for children? A: The book addresses mature themes and may not be suitable for children.
- Q: What awards has 'Evicted' won? A: The book has won several awards, including the Pulitzer Prize and the National Book Critics Circle Award for Nonfiction.
- Q: Can I return the book if I'm not satisfied? A: Yes, most retailers offer return policies, so you can return it if you're not satisfied.
- Q: What if the book arrives damaged? A: If the book arrives damaged, contact the retailer's customer service for a replacement or return.
- Q: Is there a digital version of 'Evicted' available? A: Yes, a digital version can often be found on platforms like Amazon or other eBook retailers.
- Q: Are there discussion questions available for this book? A: Yes, many educational resources provide discussion questions for 'Evicted' to facilitate group discussions.
- Q: Is this book part of a series? A: No, 'Evicted: Poverty and Profit in the American City' is a standalone book.