Heartland: A Memoir of Working Hard and Being Broke in the Richest Country on Earth

Set against the backdrop of 1980s and 1990s Kansas, the narrative explores the impact of economic policies on a family entrenched in the working poor. Through personal experiences and the lives of those she loves, the author confronts societal myths surrounding class and worth. Blending memoir with incisive analysis, the book offers a profound examination of class and identity in America, urging readers to rethink their perceptions of economic disparity and its effects on individuals and communities.