Norman Street: Poverty and Politics in an Urban Neighborhood

by Ida Susser

Based on a three-year study conducted in Brooklyn's Greenpoint/Williamsburg section, this book is an in-depth, detailed description of life in a multi-ethnic working class neighborhood during New York City's fiscal crisis of 1975-1978. Well-written, intelligent, and full of sensitively drawn portraits, it demonstrates the impact of political and economic changes on everyday lives.

Genres: Anthropology, Nonfiction

288 pages, Paperback

First published May 6, 1982

Reviews

[Ginger · Rating 2 out of 5]

This ethnography discussed the issue of poverty within a polish neighborhood in New York City. The people of Norman Street were lacking facilities, services, and employment opportunities and they were protesting to gain the rights that they desired. I didn't like this ethnography too much because of Susser's writing style. However, it was easy to understand because it takes place so close to home.