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Underbelly Hardcover – November 15, 2007

by David Martin Geliebter (Author)

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The Author speaks out on UNDERBELLY: The Palm Beach No One Talks About

Some 100 years ago Upton Sinclair's novel The Jungle shocked people with its depiction of the horrid life of the have-nots, balanced against the excesses of the corrupt and powerful haves. As a result of Sinclair's book, which exposed deplorable conditions in the meat packing industry, foreign sales of American meat fell in half and the Federal government instituted legislation that led to the passage of laws and the establishment of the FDA. Now comes Underbelly, a non-fiction account of the lives of the homeless and addicted that shines a bright light on a very dark place in our society.

Say the words 'Palm Beach' and you picture a land of wealth and privilege bestowed upon only a select few, a place where rich is practically a religion. But there's another side to this tony enclave and the county that shares its name, one hidden from view, one rarely talked about, a seedy underbelly that you won't read about on the society pages of the Palm Beach Post or in 'the shiny sheet.' In this world, addiction or poverty is the only ticket you need to gain entry. While these two worlds may share the same space, like two positively charged magnets, they never quite touch, propelled away from each other by an invisible force. Underbelly examines this side of Palm Beach.

Underbelly is filled with the stories of people who, by happenstance or poor choices, find themselves part of the sad castoffs of our society, told in their own words, often sad, sometimes heartbreaking, occasionally explicit, and, yes, even funny - but always true. The pictures (some 100) say as much, as they show the hardships of the streets, the suffering in the eyes, the torture to the bodies, and the wasting away of once-promising minds. With this book, these few people, at least, are no longer anonymous faces on the street we turn to avoid. They have names, they have stories, they have hopes and dreams, and their pain is no less meaningful than our own.

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Hardcover: 256 pages
Publisher: Meager Press (November 15, 2007)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 097995200X
ISBN-13: 978-0979952005
Product Dimensions: 9.6 x 10.3 x 1.2 inches
Shipping Weight: 3.4 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars See all reviews (9 customer reviews)
Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #3,065,695 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
- #2304 in Books > Politics & Social Sciences > Social Sciences > Poverty
- #5012 in Books > Health, Fitness & Dieting > Addiction & Recovery > Substance Abuse
- #195577 in Books > Self-Help

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ByPage 68on August 17, 2012

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Awesome stories with touching photos of real people.The shame of Palm Beach County exposed by the inspiring book. Richard has captured the men and women of substance abuse.

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Underbelly is a tough read, but so very important.

ByKimberly Mitchellon December 8, 2007

Format: Hardcover

To see the faces of many I recognize, who continue to live without hope, is heartbreaking.

When I first opened the book, I leafed quickly through it to see if I could find a lovely woman, Mae, who I adored. She was shunned by her family, who lived up north, and gracefully walked through our city, day in and day out, with a smile on her face and in her heart. She never asked for anything and actually seemed embarrassed I would ask, but was always happy to engage in just about any conversation or topic.

Mae was found in a construction site in the downtown several months ago. Police still cannot find a motive for the brutal beating and senseless murder. Her purse was found on a bench near her body with a small amount of money still inside.

Many in my city, including me, struggle to find ways to help with the growing need of so many, especially the children. As hard as it was to read the intimate stories, I applaud Mr. Geliebter for his commitment to show us the story of actual lives ... human beings living in our city in inhumane conditions.

His work will serve to make my work that much more urgent.

Kimberly Mitchell
West Palm Beach City Commissioner

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The best book I've read all year

ByMarkCon November 17, 2007

Format: Hardcover

Very powerful and moving. Unlike any other book on poverty, Underbelly is a series of stories told by the homeless themselves. Each story is started with a picture of the subject. I found myself stopping every few pages and looking back at their photos. It created such an intimacy, and honesty - it made me feel like I was sitting across from them, looking them in the eye, and feeling their pain.

Dozens of amazing and heartfelt stories. But for me, the best was Stephen Johnson's. His journey, as detailed in the book, is the most inspiring tale of what it really means to find wealth in life. His moment of transformation literally gave me goose bumps.

Nothing is more shocking than the backdrop of this book - one of the wealthiest societies in the world - Palm Beach. I've read it twice, and will likely read it again.

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A Powerful Read

ByM. Huffon December 9, 2007

Format: Hardcover

As I personally know the author, I was excited when I found out about the book. I thought it was going to be an 'easy' read....but in reality, it is far from it. It's a book that once you get your hands on it, you don't want to put it down. It's a book that when you finish it you will realize that you are a different person than you were when you started because you have a different outlook on life....how lucky we are to have what we do when there are so many people out there, like those in the book, who's lives are unbelievable when compared to ours. It truly does make you want to do something to help those less fortunate. Very Well Written, David!!

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Poignant and honest

ByDiana Stanleyon November 24, 2007

Format: Hardcover

An inciteful book, providing a clear focus on the homeless of Palm Beach County, FL. More importantly, its about homeless anywhere in our country. It is honest, real and heart wrenching. With the microscope of a social scientist, David Geliebter's collection of stories makes you look at the homeless differently. A real bonus is his ability to tell the story through photography making this book artistic, beautiful as well as painfully informative. When you finish this book, you will see more than just a "person on the street"...you will see a person with a real human story. It is a book that will change your outlook on the homeless forever.

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Very well done!!! A Must Read!!

ByAmazon Customeron November 19, 2007

Format: Hardcover

I could not put this book down. What the author David Martin Geliebter captures and portrays in Underbelly is such a dirty truth that 99.9% of the population would never imagine exists in such a wealthy, ritzy city like Palm Beach. He brings you into the lives of the homeless as if you were there with them. Each page filled with graphic images and stories of the lives of these unfortunate individuals. With all proceeds from the book going to charity - hopefully now it will bring with it better awareness and help to those who need it most.

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A MUST READ!!! Touching and heartbreaking!

Bykshermanon November 17, 2007

Format: Hardcover

The book "Undebelly" tells a story that we all need to hear. There are people suffering everywhere but this book gives a very intimate view inside the minds and hearts of human beings that we all try and avoid.

I really recommend reading this book, it is heartwrenching and inspirational.....and challenges people like you and I to do more for others.

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Great book

ByBrittany N. Shearinon January 27, 2008

Format: Hardcover

I LOVE THIS BOOK. It is so honest and true to who the individuals are as people. Its a great coffee table piece and conversation starter! Would recommend it to everyone!