High-Risers

High-Risers offers a compelling and detailed exploration of Chicago’s Cabrini-Green public housing project, weaving personal stories with insights into city politics and American history. The book chronicles the rise and fall of the iconic complex, highlighting its significance as both home and symbol of broader social issues. Through vivid storytelling, it examines the complex realities faced by residents and reflects on the larger themes of race, class, and policy in modern America.