Outposts of the Forgotten

Discover the haunting realities of urban life in "Outposts of the Forgotten" by Harvey Alan Siegal. Published in 2014 by Taylor & Francis Inc, this compelling paperback explores the single-room occupancy (SRO) tenements and welfare hotels that dotted New York City, particularly on the Upper West Side of Manhattan. With 235 pages of insightful analysis, Siegal delves into the lives of society's marginalized members during the late 1970s, shedding light on issues of alienation and social psychology. This book is essential for anyone interested in understanding the complex dynamics of urban housing and the struggles faced by those living on the fringes of society. Engage with a pivotal piece of social commentary that remains relevant today.