gangs

Discusses the various gangs of nineteenth-century New York, such as the Plug Uglies, the Dead Rabbits, and the Bowery Boys, and describes the settings of their activities, such as saloon halls and gambling dens, covering figures such as Dandy John Dolan, Bill the Butcher and Hell-Cat Maggie.

Chino, a young Puerto Rican man with a bright future, looks to Willie Bodega, the New York City drug pusher who rules Spanish Harlem, for a favor and becomes ensconced in a world of betrayal and violence.

Exlplores the impact of cultural/language differences on youth.

Explore the various aspects of tattooing, both historical and modern, and learn about those who make, wear or study tattoos.

When True's initiation into the Club lands him in a juvenile detention center, he realizes the Club is really a gang and tries to break free.

Describes what a visitor to Chicago in 1929 would find to see and do, including providing references to famous gangster activities and haunts.

Contains fourteen essays that offer varying perspectives on issues related to gangs, discussing if gangs are an urban or rural problem, whether or not hip-hop culture promotes gang activity, gang intervention programs, and other topics; and provides contact information for organizations and a bibliography.

Presents a collection of eleven essays on issues concerning gang violence, including federal legislation, deportation laws, task forces, closing the borders, mandatory school uniforms, community involvement, and public education.

Contains fourteen essays in which the authors provide opposing opinions on issues related to gangs, debating the extent of the gang problem, the causes of gang violence, and what can be done to reduce gang activity.

Primary and secondary sources from a variety of perspectives analyze the factors which encourage gang behavior in young people.