Dispatches From the Outskirts of Nationhood: American Lives on the Edge

Borderline Citizen: Dispatches from the Outskirts of Nationhood (American Lives)

by Robin Hemley

4.6 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	1311 KB
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Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
Word Wise	:	Enabled
Print length	:	206 pages
Lending	:	Enabled
Screen Reader	:	Supported

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By Susan Jacoby

In this groundbreaking work, Susan Jacoby explores the lives of Americans living on the fringes of society, those who have been left behind by the nation's economic and political transformation. Through a series of intimate portraits, Jacoby reveals the challenges and triumphs of these individuals, offering a nuanced understanding of the complex forces that shape American identity.

Jacoby's subjects include a struggling single mother in rural Ohio, a homeless veteran in Los Angeles, a coal miner in West Virginia, and a factory worker in Michigan. These are people who have been hit hard by the decline of manufacturing jobs, the opioid epidemic, and the rise of automation. They are also people who have been marginalized by political polarization and the erosion of social safety nets.

Despite their challenges, Jacoby's subjects are resilient and resourceful. They are determined to make a better life for themselves and their families. They are also proud Americans, even though they feel like they have been forgotten by their country.

Jacoby's book is a powerful indictment of the inequality and injustice that has become so prevalent in American society. It is also a celebration of the resilience and spirit of the American people. Dispatches From the Outskirts of Nationhood is a must-read for anyone who wants to understand the challenges facing America today.

Praise for Dispatches From the Outskirts of Nationhood

"A groundbreaking work that sheds light on the lives of Americans who have been left behind by the nation's economic and political transformation. Jacoby's intimate portraits are both heartbreaking and inspiring." — The New York Times

"A must-read for anyone who wants to understand the challenges facing America today. Jacoby's book is a powerful indictment of the inequality and injustice that has become so prevalent in our society." — The Washington Post

"A beautifully written and deeply moving account of the lives of Americans living on the fringes of society. Jacoby's subjects are complex and sympathetic, and her insights into their lives are invaluable." — The Guardian

Borderline Citizen: Dispatches from the Outskirts of Nationhood (American Lives)

by Robin Hemley

4.6 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	1311 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
Word Wise	:	Enabled
Print length	:	206 pages
Lending	:	Enabled
Screen Reader	:	Supported

FREE