Ghetto Bastard - Paperback

by Russell Vann (Author)

"I wasn't born a criminal-I was born into chaos."

From the gritty streets of the South Bronx during the 1970s and '80s, Ghetto Bastard is a raw, unflinching urban memoir about survival, trauma, and the search for self-worth. Russell Vann tells his true story with brutal honesty, taking readers deep into a world shaped by poverty, abandonment, and the struggles of growing up in a system that offered no safety net-but also by fierce hope.

Raised without guidance and surrounded by violence, Vann navigates a reality where love is scarce and trust is dangerous. From evading trouble on the streets to facing betrayal at every turn, his journey reveals the truth behind the chaos-and what it truly takes to overcome adversity.

If you've ever felt invisible, voiceless, or broken by your past, this book will speak to you.

This Black memoir is more than a personal story-it's a powerful voice rising from the inner city, demanding to be heard. Whether you're drawn to coming-of-age stories, true-life resilience, or memoirs of redemption, Ghetto Bastard will leave a lasting impact.