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American Made: What Happens to People When Work Disappears,Used
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What happens when Americans lose their jobs? In American Made, an illuminating story of ruin and reinvention, Pulitzer Prizewinning journalist Farah Stockman gives an upclose look at the profound role work plays in our sense of identity and belonging, as she follows three workers whose lives unravel when the factory they have dedicated so much to closes down.?ith humor, breathtaking honesty, and a historian? satellite view, American Made illuminates the fault lines ripping America apart.?Beth Macy, author of Factory Man and DopesickShannon, Wally, and John built their lives around their place of work. Shannon, a white single mother, became the first woman to run the dangerous furnaces at the Rexnord manufacturing plant in Indianapolis, Indiana, and was proud of producing one of the world? top brands of steel bearings. Wally, a black man known for his initiative and kindness, was promoted to chairman of efficiency, one of the most coveted posts on the factory floor, and dreamed of starting his own barbecue business one day. John, a white machine operator, came from a multigenerational union family and clashed with a work environment that was increasingly hostile to organized labor.The Rexnord factory had served as one of the economic engines for the surrounding community. When it closed, hundreds of people lost their jobs. What had life been like for Shannon, Wally, and John, before the plant shut down? And what became of them after the jobs moved to Mexico and Texas?American Made is the story of a community struggling to reinvent itself. It is also a story about race, class, and American values, and how jobs serve as a bedrock of people? lives and drive powerful social justice movements. This revealing book shines a light on a crucial political moment, when joblessness and anxiety about the future of work have made themselves heard at a national level. Most of all, American Made is a story about people: who we consider to be one of us and how the dignity of work lies at the heart of who we are.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'American Made: What Happens to People When Work Disappears'? A: The main theme of 'American Made' revolves around the impact of job loss on individual identities and communities, focusing on how the closure of a factory affects the lives of three workers and highlights issues of race, class, and social justice.
- Q: Who is the author of 'American Made'? A: The author of 'American Made' is Farah Stockman, a Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist.
- Q: How many pages does 'American Made' have? A: 'American Made' contains 432 pages.
- Q: What type of binding does 'American Made' have? A: 'American Made' is available in a hardcover binding.
- Q: When was 'American Made' published? A: 'American Made' was published on October 12, 2021.
- Q: What kind of insights does 'American Made' provide? A: 'American Made' provides insights into the personal stories of workers affected by factory closures, examining their struggles and resilience in the face of economic change.
- Q: Is 'American Made' suitable for readers interested in social issues? A: Yes, 'American Made' is suitable for readers interested in social issues, as it addresses themes of job loss, identity, race, and class in America.
- Q: Does 'American Made' offer a historical perspective on work in America? A: Yes, 'American Made' offers a historical perspective by discussing the role of work in American society and how factory jobs have shaped communities.
- Q: What personal stories are highlighted in 'American Made'? A: The book highlights the personal stories of Shannon, Wally, and John, three workers whose lives are drastically affected by the closing of their factory.
- Q: Can 'American Made' be recommended for discussions on economic change? A: Yes, 'American Made' can be recommended for discussions on economic change, as it explores the consequences of job loss and the shift of manufacturing jobs to other countries.