Ghosts in the Schoolyard: Racism and School Closings on Chicago's South Side
Ghosts in the Schoolyard: Racism and School Closings on Chicago's South Side
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Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2018240
Book • Nonfiction
Chicago, Illinois • 2010s
2018
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
In Ghosts in the Schoolyard: Racism and School Closings on Chicago's South Side, Eve L. Ewing examines the impact of school closures on Chicago's South Side, focusing on the historical and systemic racism underlying these decisions. Ewing delves into community reactions and the significance of schools as vital cultural and social hubs for residents.
Informative
Contemplative
Melancholic
Unnerving
Challenging
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Eve L. Ewing's Ghosts in the Schoolyard examines the racial dynamics and impacts of school closures in Chicago. Praised for its thorough research and poignant narrative, the book highlights systemic inequities. Some critiques mention a need for broader statistical analysis. Overall, it offers an insightful and compassionate look into educational injustice.
Who Should Read Ghosts in the Schoolyard: Racism and School Closings on Chicago's South Side?
A reader interested in Ghosts in the Schoolyard by Eve L. Ewing likely enjoys exploring racial and educational issues, urban policy impacts, and social justice themes. They might also appreciate works like Michelle Alexander's The New Jim Crow and Ta-Nehisi Coates' Between the World and Me.
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The book Ghosts in the Schoolyard by Eve L. Ewing examines the intersection of racism and public school closures in Chicago, drawing on historical context presented through compelling narratives and research.
Eve L. Ewing is not only an acclaimed sociologist and author but also a poet, which influences her engaging writing style that blends rigorous academic analysis with storytelling.
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The book emphasizes the voices of community members affected by school closures, highlighting the emotional and cultural significance of schools in the African-American neighborhoods of Chicago.
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240
Book • Nonfiction
Chicago, Illinois • 2010s
2018
Adult
18+ years
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