A review by ckavella
Ghosts in the Schoolyard: Racism and School Closings on Chicago's South Side by Eve L. Ewing

informative reflective sad medium-paced

4.0

This important work takes a personal look at school closures. Prior to reading this, I had not considered the deep, historical significance of individual schools and the devastating effect that closing a school can have on a community. The book was well-organized, included an abundance of evidence from various sources, and the conclusion is excellent! Because the book is split into four large sections, it was a little difficult for me to get through. It was also repetitive or contradictory in some spots. Other than that, it was a good read.