The World According to Fannie Davis: My Mother's Life in the Detroit Numbers
Bridgett M. Davis recounts her mother Fannie Davis's life deeply embedded in Detroit's underground numbers game. The book illuminates the family's experiences within this clandestine world, exploring the intersections of chance, family bonds, and the socio-economic fabric of the city. Through personal anecdotes, it reveals the resilience and ingenuity that sustained their household.
About This Book
In 'The World According to Fannie Davis: My Mother's Life in the Detroit Numbers,' author Bridgett M. Davis shares an intimate portrait of her mother's existence amid the bustling underground lottery scene in Detroit.
The narrative delves into the everyday realities of a family intertwined with the numbers racket, highlighting the economic and social dynamics of the era.
Davis captures the essence of her mother's character and the broader cultural context that defined their lives in mid-20th century America.
This memoir offers a window into the personal stories behind the numbers, reflecting on themes of survival and community in urban Black America.
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