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Ghetto Brother: How I Found Peace in the South Bronx Street Gang Wars

Name: Ghetto Brother: How I Found Peace in the South Bronx Street Gang Wars
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Book Synopsis: Benjy Melendez, founder of the Ghetto Brothers street gang, social activist, and lead singer of the Ghetto Brothers band, now tells his story: a memoir of life as a late 1960s/early 1970s street gang member, of a musician on the cusp of stardom, a fighter for peace, and a man on a quest to reclaim his Jewish roots. With chilling detail and candor, Benjy Melendez opens up as never before in Ghetto Brother (Benjy Melendez with Amir Said). Telling the story of his family, growing up first in the West Village in the '60s, his family's forced move to the South Bronx, his life in a street gang, and his transformation to a peace ambassador, Ghetto Brother is a riveting memoir that explores the human condition.Melendez takes us back to the forgotten New York of the late 1960s and early 1970s that gave rise to New York's infamous street gang era. But at its core, Ghetto Brother examines the route from boy to man in uncharted territory, and it renders a vivid portrait of what identity means and what happens when that identity dissolves and grows anew. Evocative and filled with the sights and sounds of a changing New York and a transformative life, Ghetto Brother is the fascinating chronicle of a remarkable journey and an extraordinary leader.

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Discover a gripping memoir unlike any other with Ghetto Brother: How I Found Peace in the South Bronx Street Gang Wars. Step into the world of Benjy Melendez, a former street gang member turned musician, social activist, and peace ambassador. This compelling memoir takes you on a journey through the vibrant and dangerous streets of late 1960s and early 1970s New York, where Melendez's story unfolds.

With vivid detail and raw honesty, Ghetto Brother delves into Melendez's family life, the move from the West Village to the South Bronx, and his transformation from a young boy caught up in the street gang lifestyle to a man on a quest to find his true identity. Join Melendez as he navigates the challenges of youth, gang rivalries, and ultimately emerges as an extraordinary leader striving for peace amidst chaos.

Immerse yourself in the sights and sounds of a bygone era as Ghetto Brother provides a window into the forgotten world of New York's street gang era. Feel the pulse of the city as it transforms, and witness the power of personal growth and resilience in the face of adversity. This poignant memoir explores themes of identity, redemption, and the pursuit of peace in the most unexpected places.

If you're ready for a captivating and thought-provoking read, get your hands on Ghetto Brother today. Join Benjy Melendez on his riveting journey and let his story inspire and resonate with you. Find out why this memoir has captivated readers and critics alike, and experience the transformative power of personal triumph.

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