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Pimp: The Story of My Life

This memoir offers an unflinching look into the life of a man who navigated the complex world of pimping, exploring the struggles and triumphs he encountered along the way. more

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Iceberg Slim

Iceberg Slim, whose real name was Robert Bruce Hall, was an American author known for his novels about street life. His works deeply depicted the reality of the American gang culture in the 20th century, which had a profound impact on later writers and films. more

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