"Finally, in all the work done on homelessness, Craig Willse puts the focus on the complexity of violence and the ways in which housing intersects with poverty, class, sexuality, and, especially, race."-Vincent Lyon-Callo, Western Michigan University"The Value of Homelessness. . . contains detailed and provocative claims that move beyond current paradigms on the governance of homeless populations. . . Willse’s text undoubtedly makes an important contribution towards a necessary rethinking of homelessness. It is a book which will likely be of interest to all those passionate about matters of social justice for years to come."-Society & Space"This book asks and then critically answers the question of what it means to be homeless. . . a must read for anyone interested in the issue."-CHOICE"This is genuinely an important read for people in the homeless service industry and those in power and shaping policy."-RealChangeNews.org