Summary:
The book examines the history of the lower class in America from the colonial era to the present, challenging the notion of the United States as a class-free society. It reveals the entrenched social hierarchy, exploring the roles and perceptions of poor whites throughout American history.
Key points:
1. Class System: The book argues that America has always had a class hierarchy, with the poor white class consistently marginalized.
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