Stephanie Land
What’s inside
Maid by Stephanie Land provides an unfiltered perspective of the life of a low-wage worker in the United States. It’s a raw and intimate account of her personal struggle with poverty while trying to provide for her young daughter. From cleaning houses to battling bureaucracy of the government assistance programs, Land navigates through hardships, revealing an eye-opening look at the unseen lives of many working-class Americans.
You’ll Learn
- Gain a deeper understanding of the challenges faced by low-wage workers
- Understand the realities of poverty and economic inequality
- Develop empathy for struggling single parents
- Learn about the bureaucracy and shortcomings of government assistance programs
Key Points
- Struggles of a Single Mother
- The Reality of Low-Wage Jobs
- Challenges of Poverty
- Navigating Government Assistance Programs
- Invisibility of the Working Poor
- Impact of Inequality on Children
- The Power of Perseverance
Who’s it For
- Single parents
- Social workers
- Policy makers
- General readers interested in social issues
About the author
Stephanie Land is a gifted writer with a powerful voice. She spent years juggling low-wage jobs while striving to break free from poverty. ‘Maid’ is based on her first-hand experience, giving readers an intimate look into the realities of the American working class.