"When Work Disappears" by William Julius Wilson is a nonfiction book that examines the impact of economic changes and job loss on urban communities in the United States. Wilson, a sociologist, focuses on the decline of employment opportunities in inner-city neighborhoods, particularly among African American communities, and analyzes the social and economic consequences of this phenomenon. He argues that the disappearance of stable, well-paying jobs in these areas has led to a cycle of poverty, crime, and social dislocation. Wilson explores how economic shifts, changes in technology, and globalization have contributed to the erosion of the job market in inner cities, and how this has resulted in the breakdown of social institutions and the perpetuation of racial inequality. Through extensive research and case studies, Wilson highlights the challenges faced by urban communities grappling with the disappearance of work and proposes policy recommendations to address this issue. "When Work Disappears" provides a thought-provoking analysis of the complex relationship between work, race, and poverty in American society.
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