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A candid, farther-reaching look at prostitution in New York and its social ripple effect.
This book unveils a world hidden in plain sight, aiming to tell an honest story about prostitution and its impact on people and communities. Readers will encounter real-life voices, courtroom moments, and the factors that shape this complex issue.
This edition frames the subject through reportage, interviews, and firsthand accounts that illuminate how laws, society, and individual lives intersect in the “weird world” around the Women's Court. It argues for open discussion and thoughtful consideration of adult welfare and public policy.- Explains the different roles within prostitution, from call-girls to street workers, and how these roles interact with law enforcement and courts.
- Highlights the human stories behind the headlines, including the hopes, fears, and conflicts of the people involved.
- Discusses how social attitudes and prejudice shape responses to prostitution and its victims.
- Offers context for the legal and moral debates surrounding enforcement and reform.
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