The Working Poor

Explore the struggles of the invisible poor in this powerful and humane book. David K. Shipler delves into the lives of hardworking individuals trapped in low-paying, dead-end jobs, facing decaying housing, health care, and education. He exposes the interlocking problems of child abuse, substance abuse, and government failure. This urgent national crisis affects citizens and immigrants, whether working as farmworkers in North Carolina, garment workers in New Hampshire, or illegal immigrants in Los Angeles. Shipler also examines the anxieties and frustrations of employers. This book not only dissects the issues but also suggests informed recommendations for change. It is an impassioned book that stands to make a difference.