44 pages • 1 hour read
Matthew DesmondPoverty, by America
Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2023A modern alternative to SparkNotes and CliffsNotes, SuperSummary offers high-quality Study Guides with detailed chapter summaries and analysis of major themes, characters, and more.
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Matthew Desmond's Poverty, by America offers a compelling examination of poverty in the U.S., praised for its rigorous research and empathetic narrative. Reviews commend Desmond's ability to blend data with human stories, though some critics argue the proposed solutions lack feasibility. Overall, it provides a thought-provoking and impactful analysis of systemic inequality.
Who Should Read Poverty, by America?
A reader who would enjoy Poverty, by America by Matthew Desmond is concerned with social justice, economic inequality, and policy solutions. This book will appeal to those who appreciated Evicted by Desmond and The Color of Law by Richard Rothstein for their deep dives into systemic issues.
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