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Please find the book “The Stickup Kids” by Randol Contreras, read the book and follow the following instructions to answer the question.
To find sociological concepts you can use the textbook for the class we use in class called “Introduction to Sociology” by Anthony Giddens Seagull 9E
Instructions:
This writing assignment is worth 10% of your grade. Answer the following question from the required book “The Stickup Kids” in a 4-5 page double spaced typewritten essay. Do not review the book. The essay provides an opportunity for students to demonstrate their writing skills, as well as the application of sociological concepts. The essay is due in class and electronic copies will not be accepted. Provide examples from the book, including quotes. Long quotes should be single-spaced and indented (see page 130 of “The Stickup Kids”). Be sure ti refer ti specific pages of the book in your essay.
Essay Question
In the book, “The Stickup Kids”, why does Randol Contreras call Pablo and Gus “Fallen Stars”? What factors in their lives have led them to become “Fallen Stars”? How does the author use Merton’s Application of Durkheims concept of “anomie” to make his case?
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