SLUGG Book Reviews

AUTHOR
Tony Lewis
SCORE
5
TOTAL RATINGS
254

SLUGG by Tony Lewis Book Summary

Slugg: A Boy’s Life in the Age of Mass Incarceration is a blueprint for survival and a demonstration of the power of love, sacrifice, and service. The son of a Kingpin and the prince of a close-knit crime family, Tony Lewis Jr.’s life took a dramatic turn after his father’s arrest in 1989. Washington D.C. stood as the murder capital of the country and Lewis was cast into the heart of the struggle, from a life of stability and riches to one of chaos and poverty. How does one make it in America, battling the breakdown of families, the plague of premature death and the hopelessness of being reviled, isolated, and forgotten? Tony Lewis’ astonishing journey answers these questions and offers, for the first time, a close look at the familial residue of America’s historic program of mass incarceration.
Praise
“Tony Lewis Jr. has a perspective like no other on the crack trade that decimated the nation’s capital in the 80’s and 90’s. With this gripping memoir, Lewis relates an intimate history and portrays a side of Washington D.C. rarely seen” - Joe Heim, The Washington Post 

“A modern day hero, Tony Lewis Jr has all the tools to lead us to a better tomorrow. This book promotes qualities that are lost in too many of our men. Slugg is essentially the story of a whole generation” -Wale,Grammy Nominated Artist

“Tony’s story is one of incredible triumph against all odds after having his world crash down around him. He was thrust into poverty during one of the most desperate and horrific eras in the District of Columbia’s history, but he rejected his father’s life of crime and instead embraced community activism to improve his hometown and the lives of those around him.”—Congresswoman Eleanor Holmes Norton (D-DC)

Author Bio:

Tony Lewis Jr is a community activist in Washington D.C. has been profiled on CNN, BET, and in The Washington Post. He’s the winner of the Presidential Call to Service Award and the recipient of the Steve Harvey/Ford Motor Company Best Community Leader Award.

K.L. Reeves is the author of s.m.i.l.e. and a graduate of Harvard University.

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Book Name SLUGG
Genre Biographies & Memoirs
Published
Language English
E-Book Size 1.58 MB

SLUGG (Tony Lewis) Book Reviews 2024

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Great depiction of life growing up in DC during the Murder Capital Error. Being a D.C. Native, growing up in DC during this time I can relate to every aspect of this book. I have a new found appreciation for my upbringing. I couldn't put the book down until I read every page, Thank you for sharing your life story. #DCorNothing Monica A

DC OR NOTHING. Excellent book moe.. you really painted picture of the city and what it's like living in D.C... your story is very humbling and what you represent now during this time of war & hate is much needed man I salute u

Slugg. Very Interesting Book, the books walks you through Tony Lewis Jr journey in his life the from infant to grown adult. And let's you see how the streets has the capabilities to present lasting effects on the individual locked up and their families

Wow.. Wow! What an inspiring story! Great read.

Excellent. Tony Lewis Jr captures life in DC, the ensuing obstacles and potential solutions in striking detail. Great book.

Inspiration. Simply amazing

Gold Medal. SLUGG get’s a GOLD METAL, for it’s honor and tradition that’s been passed to our new generation of youth. Great story, and message! Hopefully Mr.Tony Lewis Sr, will be able to walk through them gates again but on the other side. Much love & Respect to Tony Lewis Jr.

Great read. One of the best books I read this year (2015).

D.C. Or Nothing. Love this book. I first decided to read for a nostalgic feel; just reminiscing the old D.C. that raised me. I indeed got that feeling. Unexpectedly, I also came out feeling inspired, wondering what I could do to help undereducated, underserved citizens of D.C. I recommend this book to all.

Great read!. Slugg provides unfiltered truth about the obstacles of urban youth, incarceration, laws and the unjust sentencing guidelines that has destroyed the African American family in urban society. It provides a complete perspective to those who only know about urban society thru the news media. Slugg is real, raw, and unapologetic. A GREAT read.

Must read!!!. Excellent book from a stand up guy. It's a must read to understand the issues affecting the inner city dynamics, mass incarceration and mentality of the people in poverty stricken areas in the US. #freetonylewis

Book full of inspiration. This book makes me wish that I was able to read it earlier in my life. Very well written and the powerful message that it gives, is something that anyone young or old who has been through, or is going through the judicial system in this country can definitely relate to.

The Real DC. Solid read I'm just on the sample. Support those who support you #dcornothing

To be described as a “Must Read” does this book a great disservice.. This is a “can’t put down” type of book. The most unexpected readers would still find joy, hope, motivation, and techniques to improve themselves in this subtle yet ever so moving work.

Certified page turner. Excellent story from a great dude. Very transparent throughout, and a true representation of what a lot of native Washingtonians experience or have experienced. It has been great to have dialogue with him about this book, and other topics. Salute, Tony!

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Summary of SLUGG by Tony Lewis

The SLUGG book written by Tony Lewis was published on 11 July 2015, Saturday in the Biographies & Memoirs category. A total of 254 readers of the book gave the book 5 points out of 5.

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