Large Print Book
Poverty, by America / Matthew Desmond.
"The United States, the richest country on earth, has more poverty than any other advanced democracy. Why? Why does this land of plenty allow one in every eight of its children to go without basic necessities, permit scores of its citizens to live and die on the streets, and authorize its corporations to pay poverty wages? In this landmark book, acclaimed sociologist Matthew Desmond draws on history, research, and original reporting to show how affluent Americans knowingly and unknowingly keep poor people poor"-- Provided by publisher.
Record details
- ISBN: 9780593678541
- Physical Description: xii, 383 pages ; 24 cm
- Edition: First large print edition.
- Publisher: New York : Random House Large Print, [2023]
Content descriptions
| Bibliography, etc. Note: | Includes bibliographical references (pages 239-361) and index. |
Search for related items by subject
| Subject: | Poverty > United States. Poverty > Prevention. Poor > United States. |
| Genre: | Large print books. |
Available copies
- 4 of 4 copies available at SPARK Libraries.
Holds
- 0 current holds with 4 total copies.
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| Location | Call Number / Copy Notes | Barcode | Shelving Location | Status | Due Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Albright Memorial Library | LARGE TYPE 362.509 DESMOND (Text) | 50686016292802 | Adult Nonfiction | Available | - |
| Altoona Area Public Library | LP 362.5 DES (Text) | 33240005161388 | Adult Large Print Nonfiction | Available | - |
| Harbaugh-Thomas Library (Biglerville) | LP 362.5 DESMOND (Text) | 35740635941495 | Large Print Nonfiction | Available | - |
| Bethlehem Main Library | 362.509 (Text) | 33062009767063 | Large Print Nonfiction | Available | - |
Summary:
"The United States, the richest country on earth, has more poverty than any other advanced democracy. Why? Why does this land of plenty allow one in every eight of its children to go without basic necessities, permit scores of its citizens to live and die on the streets, and authorize its corporations to pay poverty wages? In this landmark book, acclaimed sociologist Matthew Desmond draws on history, research, and original reporting to show how affluent Americans knowingly and unknowingly keep poor people poor"--
