Invisible Child Poverty, Survival & Hope in an American City (Pulitzer Prize Winner)

by Elliott, Andrea

• ISBN13: 9780812986952
• ISBN10: 0812986954
• eBook ISBN(s): 9780812986969
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2022-05-17
• Publisher: Random House Trade Paperbacks
• More Book Details

About This Book

Invisible Child: Poverty, Survival & Hope in an American City

ISBN: 9780812986952

"Invisible Child" by Andrea Elliott is a powerful and poignant exploration of poverty, survival, and hope in an American city. This Pulitzer Prize-winning book tells the story of Dasani Coates, an indomitable young girl who navigates the harsh realities of homelessness and poverty. Through Elliott's vivid and devastating portrait, readers are given a glimpse into the lives of those living on the margins of society.

Who Uses It?

Primarily, this book is used by students and educators in social sciences, sociology, and anthropology courses at the college and university levels. It is also a valuable resource for anyone interested in understanding the complexities of poverty and homelessness, including professionals looking to expand their knowledge of social issues.

History and Editions

The book was published on May 17, 2022, by Random House Trade Paperbacks. It has been widely acclaimed for its detailed and compassionate portrayal of Dasani's life. The book has been released in various formats to cater to different learning preferences, including paperback, audiobook, and e-book.

Author and Other Works

Andrea Elliott is an acclaimed journalist known for her in-depth reporting on social issues. "Invisible Child" is her first major book-length work, which has solidified her position as a leading voice in investigative journalism. Her writing style is characterized by its clarity, empathy, and commitment to storytelling that resonates deeply with readers.

Detailed Information

ISBNs and Formats

• Paperback: ISBN-13: 9780812986952
• Audiobook: ISBN-13: 9780593147306 (October 5, 2021)
• E-book: ISBN-13: 9780812986969 (October 5, 2021)
• Large Print: ISBN-13: 9780593510285 (November 16, 2021)

Publication Details

• Publisher: Random House Trade Paperbacks
• Publication Date: May 17, 2022
• Number of Pages: 640
• Language: English

Other Editions and Formats

• Hardcover: ISBN-13: 9780593510285 (November 16, 2021)
• E-book: ISBN-13: 9780812986969 (October 5, 2021)
• Audiobook: ISBN-13: 9780593147306 (October 5, 2021)

Related Books

If you're interested in more books on social sciences and sociology, you might also consider:

• "The New Jim Crow: Mass Incarceration in the Age of Colorblindness" by Michelle Alexander
• "Evicted: Poverty and Profit in the American City" by Matthew Desmond
• "Just Mercy: A Story of Justice and Redemption" by Bryan Stevenson

These books offer insightful explorations of social issues and are highly recommended for those interested in understanding the complexities of poverty and inequality.

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Author Biography

Andrea Elliott is an investigative reporter for The New York Times and a former staff writer at The Miami Herald. Her reporting has been awarded a Pulitzer Prize, a George Polk Award, a Scripps Howard Award, and prizes from the Overseas Press Club and the American Society of News Editors. She has served as an Emerson Collective fellow at New America, a visiting journalist at the Russell Sage Foundation, and a visiting scholar at the Columbia Population Research Center, and is the recipient of a Whiting Foundation grant. In 2015, she received Columbia University’s Medal for Excellence, given to one alumnus or alumna under the age of forty-five. She lives in New York City. This is her first book.