{"product_id":"damu-the-truth-behind-the-bloods","title":"DAMU: The Truth Behind the Bloods","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat lies beneath the color red?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDAMU: The Truth Behind the Bloods\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e takes readers beyond the stereotypes, headlines, and Hollywood portrayals to explore the history, culture, loyalty, struggles, and evolution associated with the Bloods. Rather than glorifying violence, this book examines how poverty, identity, family, survival, and community shaped one of America’s most recognized street organizations.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThrough historical context, firsthand accounts, and in-depth research, author \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNate Muhammad\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e explores the origins of the Bloods in Los Angeles, the codes of loyalty, internal structure, the meaning of “Damu,” and the social conditions that influenced generations of young people. The book also highlights stories of transformation, redemption, and the difficult choices many members face.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhether you’re interested in history, sociology, criminal justice, or urban culture, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDAMU: The Truth Behind the Bloods\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e offers a balanced and thought-provoking perspective on a subject that is often misunderstood.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInside you’ll discover:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e•\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eThe origins and history of the Bloods.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e•\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eThe meaning and symbolism behind “Damu.”\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e•\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eThe culture, traditions, and codes of the organization.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e•\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eCommon myths versus documented facts.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e•\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eThe impact of gang culture on families and communities.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e•\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eStories of change, resilience, and life beyond the streets.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Paisley Custom","offers":[{"title":"ENG-US- English (United States) \/ Paperback \/ Adults","offer_id":55929731285284,"sku":null,"price":25.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"ENG-US- English (United States) \/ Soft \/ Adults","offer_id":55929740788004,"sku":null,"price":15.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1017\/6623\/4404\/files\/FullSizeRender_5bce4e57-59ed-4004-8654-41ac65c11efc.jpg?v=1788348951","url":"https:\/\/paisleycustom.myshopify.com\/products\/damu-the-truth-behind-the-bloods","provider":"Paisley Custom","version":"1.0","type":"link"}