{"title":"David Simon","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to our collection featuring the compelling works of \u003cem\u003eDavid Simon\u003c\/em\u003e, a master in the \u003cstrong\u003eCrime \u0026amp; Thriller\u003c\/strong\u003e genre. Known for his meticulous attention to detail and deep insight into the gritty realities of crime and justice, Simon's works offer readers a raw and authentic glimpse into the urban landscapes he explores.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSimon, a former journalist, draws upon his rich background in crime reporting to craft narratives that are as enthralling as they are thought-provoking. His debut book, \u003cem\u003eHomicide: A Year on the Killing Streets\u003c\/em\u003e, is a masterful non-fiction account of the harrowing work of homicide detectives in Baltimore, offering an unflinching look at the complexities of solving crime.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFollowing this, Simon teamed up with Ed Burns to write \u003cem\u003eThe Corner: A Year in the Life of an Inner-City Neighbourhood\u003c\/em\u003e. This riveting account captures the stark reality of life in the drug-infested streets of Baltimore, weaving together the stories of residents who are deeply intertwined with the cycle of addiction and survival.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBoth of these books not only provide gripping narrative arcs but also deliver profound social commentary, making them essential reads for fans of true crime and those interested in the intricate dynamics of urban communities. Immerse yourself in Simon's works, where every page uncovers a new layer of intrigue and insight.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"homicide-by-david-simon-9781782116301","title":"Homicide","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eA masterpiece\u003c\/em\u003e - Martin Amis\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe best book about homicide detectives by an American writer\u003c\/em\u003e - Norman Mailer\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBased on a year on the killing streets of Baltimore, David Simon's true crime masterpiece reveals a city few will ever experience. Day in, day out, citizens are shot, stabbed, or bludgeoned to death. At the centre of this hurricane of crime is the city's homicide unit, a small brotherhood of men who fight for whatever justice is possible in a deadly world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Allen \u0026 Unwin","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46521122750700,"sku":"9781782116301","price":36.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/13863633482822.jpg?v=1749004282"},{"product_id":"the-corner-by-david-simon-9781786899781","title":"The Corner","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe notorious corner of West Fayette and Monroe Streets in Baltimore is a 24-hour open-air drug market that provides the economic fuel for a dying neighbourhood. Through the eyes of one broken family—two drug-addicted adults and their smart, vulnerable fifteen-year-old son, DeAndre McCollough—Simon and Burns examine the sinister realities of inner cities across the USA.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Corner\u003c\/em\u003e unflinchingly assesses why law enforcement policies, moral crusades, and the welfare system have accomplished so little.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Allen \u0026 Unwin","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47072700104940,"sku":"9781786899781","price":36.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/5526853482824.jpg?v=1765127322"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.pro\/collections\/david-simon.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}