Matthew Desmond is an American sociologist and author, known for his research on poverty, housing, and eviction in the United States. He is a professor of sociology at Princeton University and has gained significant recognition for his book "Evicted: Poverty and Profit in the American City," published in 2016. In this work, Desmond follows the lives of several families in Milwaukee as they navigate the challenges of eviction and the impact it has on their lives.
Desmond's research highlights the systemic issues related to housing instability and the broader implications of eviction on social inequality and economic conditions. His work has contributed to the social policy discourse around affordable housing and tenant rights.
In addition to "Evicted," Desmond has written academic articles and other essays exploring issues of housing, race, and poverty. He has received numerous awards for his contributions to sociology and social justice, including the Pulitzer Prize for General Nonfiction in 2017 for "Evicted."
