White Trash: The 400-Year Untold History of Class in America
Nancy Isenberg explores the 400-year history of class in America, examining how poverty, labor, and social status have shaped the nation. This wide-ranging historical account places class at the center of the American story and considers its lasting influence on society and public life.
About This Book
Nancy Isenberg examines the history of class in America across four centuries.
The book focuses on the social meanings attached to poverty, labor, and status.
It offers a historical perspective on how class has influenced American society and public life.
By bringing class to the center of the national story, the book challenges simplified ideas about equality and opportunity.
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