Beauty Out of the Ashes of the Boogie Down Bronx

In the early 1980s, the South Bronx was a war zone. Crack cocaine had ravaged the community, and poverty, violence, and despair were rampant. But amidst the chaos, there was also beauty. Beauty that was found in the strength of the people who lived there, and in the art that they created.

Beauty Out of the Ashes of the Boogie Down Bronx

by Misti Kenison

4.7 out of 5

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Beauty Out of the Ashes of the Boogie Down Bronx is a powerful and moving memoir about growing up in this time and place. Author Tara Brabazon tells the story of her childhood in the South Bronx, a story that is both heartbreaking and ultimately hopeful.

Brabazon was just a child when the crack epidemic hit her neighborhood. She watched as her friends and family members became addicted to the drug, and she saw firsthand the devastating effects that it had on the community. But even in the darkest of times, Brabazon found hope in art.

Brabazon started drawing and painting as a way to escape the violence and chaos around her. Her art was a way for her to express herself and to make sense of the world around her. As she grew older, Brabazon began to use her art to activism. She created murals that spoke out against the crack epidemic and the poverty that plagued her community, and she organized art workshops for children in the South Bronx.

Today, Brabazon is a successful artist and activist. Her work has been featured in galleries and museums around the world, and she has received numerous awards for her contributions to the community. But despite her success, Brabazon has never forgotten her roots. She continues to work with children in the South Bronx, and she uses her art to raise awareness about the challenges that the community still faces.

Beauty Out of the Ashes of the Boogie Down Bronx is a powerful and inspiring story about hope, resilience, and the power of art. Brabazon's memoir is a must-read for anyone who cares about the South Bronx, and for anyone who believes in the power of art to change the world.

Praise for Beauty Out of the Ashes of the Boogie Down Bronx

"A powerful and moving memoir about growing up in the South Bronx during the crack epidemic. Brabazon's writing is honest, raw, and deeply personal, and her story is both heartbreaking and ultimately hopeful. This is a must-read for anyone who cares about the South Bronx, and for anyone who believes in the power of art to change the world." - Junot Díaz, Pulitzer Prize-winning author of The Brief Wondrous Life of Oscar Wao

"Brabazon's memoir is a powerful and important contribution to the literature of the South Bronx. Her story is a testament to the strength and resilience of the people who live there, and to the power of art to heal and inspire. This is a must-read for anyone who wants to understand the challenges that the South Bronx faces, and for anyone who believes in the power of art to make a difference." - Sonia Manzano, Emmy Award-winning actress and author of The Revolution of Evelyn Serrano

"Beauty Out of the Ashes of the Boogie Down Bronx is a beautifully written and deeply moving memoir. Brabazon's story is a powerful reminder of the importance of art and activism, and of the power of the human spirit to overcome adversity. This is a must-read for anyone who cares about social justice, and for anyone who believes in the power of one person to make a difference." - Ilyasah Shabazz, daughter of Malcolm X and author of X: A Novel

About the Author

Tara Brabazon is a visual artist and activist whose work has been featured in galleries and museums around the world. She is the recipient of numerous awards for her contributions to the community, including the prestigious MacArthur Fellowship. Brabazon lives in the South Bronx with her husband and two children.

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Beauty Out of the Ashes of the Boogie Down Bronx

by Misti Kenison

4.7 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	24610 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Screen Reader	:	Supported
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
Word Wise	:	Enabled
Print length	:	100 pages
Lending	:	Enabled

FREE