Gangsta in the House is a compelling, extraordinary account of youth-gang activity that demystifies their culture and explains why our children are turning to gangs. In clear unequivocal language, this books explains how society's behavoir may be encouraging it, and the steps we need to take to ensure a positive impact on our children and our communities.
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The book takes us directly into the gang world, beginning with a graphic fictional account of a drive-by shooting based on real-life incidents. Gangsta explains the gang culture's world view; the reasons why kids change the way they think and are recruited into gangs; and the three "big lies" all street gangs use to recruit new members and bolster their image. Knox says that contrary to our perceptions, gang members are seeking firm, fair, and consistent external discipline to determine social boundaries; and that promises kept breed respect for the system while promises broken breed contempt. The final chapters of the book offer specific, common-sense solutions for empowering our schools, community organizations, and law enforcement agencies to promote discipline, reduce gang activity and crime, and make our neighborhoods safer.
Author Mike Knox discusses the nature of the gang uniform, and the purpose of graffiti. He offers unique insight into girl gangs, gang myths, and the "jump-out" process of leaving a gang. Illustrations show examples of harmful graffiti, and diagrams outline the genealogy of America's youth-gang "families.
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Gangsta in the House; is a vivid look at America's gangs. They are here, they are popular, and they are no choir boys. --The Honorable Judge - Ted Poe - U.S. Congressman
Mike Knox's book, Gangsta in the House, is powerfull! It takes the audience inside the mind of a gangsta and provides new and valuable information to effectively combat the problem of juvenile gang violence. --Capt. Lin Adams - Mesa Police Dept. Mesa, AZ
Ever community in America should avail itself of Mike Knox's knowledge and experience. After listening to his presentation, I too believe there is hope for our troubled youth. --Sheriff Philip A. Chance, Jr., Mahoning County Sheriff's Department, Youngstown, Ohio --This text refers to an alternate Paperback edition.
Mike Knox's book, Gangsta in the House, is powerfull! It takes the audience inside the mind of a gangsta and provides new and valuable information to effectively combat the problem of juvenile gang violence. --Capt. Lin Adams - Mesa Police Dept. Mesa, AZ
Ever community in America should avail itself of Mike Knox's knowledge and experience. After listening to his presentation, I too believe there is hope for our troubled youth. --Sheriff Philip A. Chance, Jr., Mahoning County Sheriff's Department, Youngstown, Ohio --This text refers to an alternate Paperback edition.
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5 of 6 people found the following review helpful:
1.0 out of 5 stars
lack of useful illustrations,
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This review is from: Gangsta in the House (Paperback)
This book was not what I as a parent needed to understand gangs. The drawings seemed crude. What was really needed for this book to work is photos of gang graffiti, hand signs, gang symbol, gang clothing, etc. For the parent who might be a visual learner, this book would not suffice. There are better identification books for parents, about gangs.
2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars
Great book it hit the spot,
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This review is from: Gangsta in the House (Paperback)
I was in a gang and sence reading this book I been dressing like a civilized person and my selfesteem and grades have improved. I thank Mr. Knox for this book it has helped myself and my family and everything in his book is so true.
4 of 5 people found the following review helpful:
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Anyone else notice,
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This review is from: Gangsta in the House (Paperback)
How the only people to review this book are "A reader" and the author, Mike Knox, himself?! Interestingly enough, all of the "a reader" have the same writing style. Unfortunately, it's the same horrible writing style that makes up this book. Theres a reason it's out of print, and that's because it's not worth the paper it's printed on.
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