Living with Insecurity in a Brazilian Favela: Urban Violence and Daily Life
In Brazil's favelas, urban violence permeates daily life, fostering a constant sense of insecurity. R. Ben Penglase's ethnographic study explores how residents adapt to this reality, navigating fear, community ties, and survival strategies in the face of pervasive threats and limited state presence.
About This Book
Living with Insecurity in a Brazilian Favela examines the realities of urban violence and its profound impact on daily life in marginalized communities.
The author, R. Ben Penglase, draws on ethnographic insights to reveal how insecurity influences social interactions, routines, and community dynamics in these environments.
Through a focus on a specific favela, the book highlights the interplay between state absence, local power structures, and individual coping strategies amid ongoing threats.
This work contributes to understanding broader issues of inequality and violence in urban Latin America.
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