Making Better Lives

Focusing on the lives of individuals sleeping rough in Paris, this ethnographic study delves into their survival strategies, daily routines, and aspirations. It explores how they navigate homelessness, including their methods for earning money through begging and selecting safe sleeping spots. The impact of drugs and alcohol is also examined, alongside their interactions within various institutional settings such as homeless shelters and support centers. Through these observations, the book provides a nuanced understanding of the complexities of homelessness.