The Gentrification of the Mind by Sarah Schulman is a powerful blend of memoir, urban history, cultural criticism, and LGBTQ+ studies that has become a modern classic in discussions of New York City, activism, and social change.

Drawing on her experiences living in Manhattan during the AIDS crisis, Schulman explores how the loss of communities, rising real estate values, and urban redevelopment transformed not only neighborhoods but also culture, memory, and public life. She introduces the influential concept of the “gentrification of the mind,” arguing that displacement can occur not only in physical spaces but also in collective consciousness.

Widely read in urban studies, sociology, queer studies, and contemporary history courses, this book remains an essential work for anyone interested in New York City history, community activism, cultural memory, and the long-term effects of gentrification.

Condition: Very Good pre-owned condition. Clean pages, solid binding, and a flat spine. Light shelf wear and minor edge wear consistent with normal use. No writing, highlighting, library markings, or ownership inscriptions noted.

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