Luis Barrios

Louis Kontos

David C. Brotherton

Compiled by three leading experts in the psychological, sociological, and criminal justice fields, this volume addresses timely questions from an eclectic range of positions. The product of a landmark conference on gangs, Gangs and Society brings together the work of academics, activists, and community leaders to examine the many functions and faces of gangs today. Analyzing the spread of gangs from New York to Texas to the West Coast, the book covers such topics as the spirituality of gangs, the place of women in gang culture, and the effect on gangs of a variety of educational programs and services for at-risk youth. The final chapter examines the "gang-photography phenomenon" by looking at the functions and politics of different approaches to gang photography and features a photographic essay by Donna DeCesare, an award-winning journalist.

Alternative Perspectives

Gangs and Society

David Brotherton

Professor David C Brotherton, PH D

Associate Professor of Psychology and Ethnic Studies Luis Barrios, PH D

Professor Luis Barrios

A sociologist and a psychologist explore the cultural, social, political, and spiritual transformation of the Latin Kings gang, introducting the concept of "street organization" and the potential for political and social engagement in the community.

Street Politics and the Transformation of a New York City Gang

The Almighty Latin King and Queen Nation

Luis Barrios

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