White Trash: The 400-Year Untold History of Class in America
A groundbreaking history that traces the origins and evolution of class prejudice in America, exposing how 'white trash' has defined national identity for four hundred years.
About This Book
White Trash explores four centuries of American history through the lens of class, focusing on those labeled as the nation's poorest and most marginalized white populations.
The book examines how shifting definitions of whiteness and social worth have influenced politics, culture, and economic opportunity from colonial times to the present.
Drawing on a wide range of historical sources, it challenges long-held assumptions about equality and the American Dream.
Readers gain insight into the enduring impact of class divisions on American society and identity.
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