Janesville: An American Story
Janesville: An American Story
Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2017
Book Brief
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Book • Nonfiction
Janesville, Wisconsin • 2000s
2017
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
Janesville: An American Story by Amy Goldstein explores the impact of the 2008 General Motors plant closure in Janesville, Wisconsin. The book chronicles the experiences of affected individuals and families, highlighting their resilience and adaptability in the face of economic hardship. Goldstein offers a detailed narrative of community responses to unemployment and social change.
Informative
Contemplative
Melancholic
Bittersweet
Inspirational
Reviews & Readership
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Review Roundup
Amy Goldstein's Janesville: An American Story is praised for its detailed reporting and comprehensive narrative on the economic and emotional aftermath of a factory closure in a small town. Reviewers commend its empathetic portrayal of affected families, though some note it occasionally lacks broader economic analysis. It offers a poignant look at resilience amidst hardship.
Who Should Read Janesville: An American Story?
Readers who appreciate Janesville: An American Story by Amy Goldstein are intrigued by socio-economic dynamics and community resilience in post-industrial America. Fans of Hillbilly Elegy by J.D. Vance or Evicted by Matthew Desmond, which explore similar societal impacts, would find this book compelling.
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Book • Nonfiction
Janesville, Wisconsin • 2000s
2017
Adult
18+ years
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