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1918 1992 Iceberg Slim Books

    This author gained renown for his raw, semi-autobiographical novels drawing from his own experiences. His work, often perceived as gritty and unflinching, delves into the darker aspects of life. Through his distinctive prose, he explored themes of survival, power, and social structures. His literary legacy lies in his authentic and often startling portrayal of worlds previously overlooked in literature.

    1918 1992 Iceberg Slim
    Death Wish
    Pimp. The Story of My Life
    Pimp
    Trick Baby
    Shetani's Sister
    Mama Black Widow

    • Mama Black Widow

      • 256 pages
      • 9 hours of reading
      4.5(6)Add rating

      'Too often, this major cultural icon for our times has been criminally ignored'. Irvine Welsh

      Mama Black Widow

    • Shetani's Sister

      • 256 pages
      • 9 hours of reading
      4.1(17)Add rating

      Set against the backdrop of Los Angeles' gritty streets, this crime fiction masterpiece explores the harsh realities of urban life. The author, renowned for his contributions to vernacular black literature and hip hop culture, weaves a gripping narrative that delves into the struggles and resilience of its characters. With a focus on authenticity and social commentary, the story captures the essence of survival in a challenging environment, making it a compelling read for fans of the genre.

      Shetani's Sister

    • Trick Baby

      • 288 pages
      • 11 hours of reading
      4.0(38)Add rating

      A reissue of the cult classic; the perfect partner to Pimp

      Trick Baby

    • Pimp

      • 320 pages
      • 12 hours of reading
      4.0(186)Add rating

      New edition of the perennial cult classic with a specially commissioned introduction by Irvine Welsh

      Pimp

    • Pimp. The Story of My Life

      • 302 pages
      • 11 hours of reading
      4.0(947)Add rating

      Originally published in 1967, "Pimp" by Robert Beck became a bestseller and a scandalous cult book. It chronicles the life of a street kid turned ghetto king, inspiring countless rappers and soul singers. Now, for the first time, it is available in German as a paperback with a foreword by rap icon Ice-T.

      Pimp. The Story of My Life

    • Death Wish

      • 224 pages
      • 8 hours of reading
      2.5(2)Add rating

      'Slim belongs to the knuckleduster-in-your-face school of storytelling'. Sunday Times

      Death Wish

    • Long White Con

      • 176 pages
      • 7 hours of reading
      3.3(4)Add rating

      'Slim belongs to the knuckleduster-in-your-face school of storytelling'. Sunday Times

      Long White Con

    • Doom Fox

      • 224 pages
      • 8 hours of reading
      3.9(240)Add rating

      Set in the Los Angeles ghetto post-World War II, this novel follows Joe "Kong" Allen and his alluring yet dangerous wife, delving into a gritty world of hustlers, prizefighters, and con artists over three decades. In the tradition of Chester Himes, it vividly portrays the lives of low-riding chippie-catchers and smooth-talking preachers. Written in 1978 but unpublished until now, it showcases Iceberg Slim's uncensored storytelling and unique voice, solidifying its place as an underground classic that captures the essence of urban life and coolness.

      Doom Fox

    • Pimp : memorias de un chulo

      • 360 pages
      • 13 hours of reading
      4.4(9)Add rating

      "Pimp. Memorias de un chulo (1967) es un tipo diferente de historia americana, la historia de un joven decidido a tomar lo que la sociedad no quiere dar. Un retrato hirviente, sucio, y crudo de la brutalidad, la astucia y la codicia de un proxeneta en los bajos fondos de Chicago. Una sonora advertencia contada por un auténtico superviviente que, casi 50 años después, estremece como el primer día" -- https://www.casadellibro.com/libro-pimp/9788494444562/2806320

      Pimp : memorias de un chulo