Stefano Bloch

About the Author

Stefano Bloch is an urban geographer, writer, and scholar whose work delves into the intersections of space, culture, and resistance in contemporary cities. Drawing from his extensive fieldwork in Los Angeles, Bloch explores the hidden worlds of urban subcultures, examining how marginalized communities navigate survival amid systemic challenges. His writing bridges academic rigor with narrative flair, offering vivid portraits of graffiti artists and their battles against gentrification and erasure. In 'Going All City: Struggle and Survival in LA's Graffiti Subculture,' Bloch illuminates the artistry and activism embedded in street culture, revealing the profound human stories behind the tags and murals that adorn the city's walls. A professor at the University of California, Bloch continues to advocate for inclusive urban futures through his research and prose.