The Warriors
The Warriors
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2003
Book Brief
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Novel • Fiction
New York City • 1960s
2003
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
The Warriors by Sol Yurick is a novel that follows a group of young gang members navigating their way through a tense and dangerous journey across New York City. The story explores themes of urban life, violence, and survival while examining the societal issues impacting individuals within the gang culture.
Gritty
Suspenseful
Dark
Unnerving
Reviews & Readership
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Review Roundup
The Warriors by Sol Yurick presents a gritty, realistic portrayal of gang life in New York City, offering a raw narrative that explores themes of survival and violence. While some praise its suspenseful plot and social commentary, others find its characters underdeveloped and the writing style stark. This book remains impactful for its unflinching depiction of urban conflict.
Who Should Read The Warriors?
Readers who enjoy gritty urban narratives and gang culture, akin to A Clockwork Orange by Anthony Burgess or City of God by Paulo Lins, will be drawn to Sol Yurick's The Warriors. It's perfect for those intrigued by intense, raw explorations of youth, power, and survival in a dystopian urban setting.
3,004 ratings
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Novel • Fiction
New York City • 1960s
2003
Adult
18+ years
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