Summary:
The book is a memoir that chronicles the author's struggles as a single mother working as a housekeeper to make ends meet while navigating poverty, bureaucracy, and the challenges of raising her daughter. It provides an intimate look at the tenacity required to survive on meager wages and the systemic obstacles faced by the working poor in America.
Key points:
1. Economic Disparity: The book explores the economic divide in America through the author's experiences as a maid for the upper-middle class, highlighting the struggles of the working poor.
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