Echoes of Cabrini-Green

Echoes of Cabrini-Green: Letters to My Mother is a deeply personal memoir that explores the intertwined themes of love, faith, and resilience amidst adversity. The compelling narrative is framed as heartfelt letters to the author's mother, showing gratitude for her support and the unconditional love that sustained Willis's journey from the impoverished streets of Chicago to the halls of professional success in the medical field. The manuscript makes a vital contribution to the fields of urban studies, African American literature, and memoir by providing an example of the lived realities of systemic poverty, public housing, and resilience.