Laurence Ralph Books

Laurence Ralph delves into the depths of anthropology, examining how systemic violence, mass incarceration, and crime lead to disease, disability, and premature death for people of color. Through his work, he exposes how these individuals are viewed as expendable by a "polite" society. Ralph favors careful, deliberate descriptions over esoteric theory, ensuring his research is accessible to a broad range of readers. His writing confronts experiences of violence, debilitating injury, and death to illuminate the stereotypes and prejudices associated with America's inner cities.