Who Killed Donte Manning? The Story of an American Neighborhood

The unsolved murder of a nine-year-old boy in Columbia Heights serves as a catalyst for Rose Marie Berger's deep exploration of Washington, D.C.'s urban landscape. She investigates how urban spaces can embody biblical narratives and examines the intersection of community, spirituality, and sacrifice within city life. Through this poignant inquiry, the book delves into the broader implications of violence and loss in urban settings, prompting readers to reflect on their own connections to place and the societal structures that shape them.