Author: Alex Wheatle
publisher name: Serpent's Tail
ISBN: 9781846686573
Title: The Dirty South
Description: "The Dirty South" is set in Brixton, 20 years after the race riots, and follows the adventures of Dennis Huggins, a teenager navigating the challenges of life in the aftermath of racial tensions. Dennis becomes involved in the world of drug dealing, or "shotta," as he grapples with the difficult struggle for respect on the streets. The novel delves into the complexities of street life and the pursuit of love, portraying the temptations and hardships faced by young black men in London's 'Dirty South.' Alex Wheatle's compelling narrative raises difficult questions about the realities of growing up in this environment without offering easy answers.
