"This book flipped everything I believed. Every chapter exposed something I was blind to. Itâs uncomfortable, eye-opening, and absolutely necessary. I canât unsee it now â and I donât want to."
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Poverty, by America is designed to challenge what you think you know about poverty â and to shine a light on how itâs sustained by those who benefit from the system. Through powerful reporting, clear data, and deeply human storytelling, Matthew Desmond uncovers the invisible structures that exploit the poor while protecting the privileged.
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Revealing Economic Truths
Backed by rigorous research and real-world data, every chapter uncovers how American systems are designed to keep poor people poor.
Personal Stories with Purpose
From shelters to boardrooms, Desmond shares powerful, human stories that connect the reader emotionally to the realities of poverty.
A Radical Reframing of Poverty
This book doesnât just describe the problem â it reframes it entirely, showing poverty as an outcome of systemic decisions, not personal failures.
Bold, Compassionate Vision
Written with clarity and moral urgency, Desmond offers not just critique, but hope.
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Provocative insight, moral clarity
and real solutions for collective justice.
When conversations about poverty feel distant, broken, or oversimplified, Poverty, by America delivers the urgent clarity we need. This powerful bestseller exposes how inequality is designed â and how the rest of us help sustain it, knowingly or not.
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Revolutionary Economic Insight
Reveals how systems of privilege keep millions trapped in poverty.
Powerful Personal Narratives
Real stories humanize the data, showing how poverty isnât just policy.
A Call to Conscious Responsibility
It challenges you to reflect on your role and take part in real change.
A Vision for True Shared Prosperity
Offers bold, actionable ideas for a future where opportunity isnât hoarded, but shared.
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Truth When the Narrative Feels Twisted
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Whether youâre trying to understand why poverty persists or your place in the system, Poverty, by America provides bold insights and heartfelt storytelling to reframe how you see inequality â and yourself.
Explore the hidden structures that exploit the poor, uncover how comfort and convenience come at a cost, and discover how we can build a future rooted in justice and shared prosperity.
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Thousands are rethinking poverty, uncovering hard truths & finding a new path toward justice
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In a world flooded with half-truths and economic spin, this powerful work challenges what we believe about poverty â and exposes how we all play a role in maintaining it.
Whether you're questioning the systems youâve been part of or seeking a deeper understanding of inequality, this book offers the insight, urgency, and humanity to help you think differently â and act boldly.
Frequently Asked Questions About Poverty, by America
Here youâll find answers to the most frequently asked questions about Poverty, by America. Need help? Contact our support team anytime!
Contact Our Support TeamWho should read this book?
Anyone who cares about economic justice, public policy, or social responsibility. Itâs ideal for students, educators, civic leaders, activists, and everyday citizens looking to understand poverty not just as a problem for âothers,â but as a system in which we all participate.
Does the book offer real solutions?
Yes â the book not only critiques the current system but also offers a compelling framework for change. It introduces the concept of âpoverty abolitionism,â inviting readers to shift from passive concern to active engagement. It also outlines policies and cultural shifts that could dismantle the mechanisms of exploitation and move us toward shared prosperity.
What makes this different from others?
Unlike traditional economic texts or charity-focused narratives, Poverty, by America is bold, morally urgent, and deeply personal. It reframes the poverty debate by showing how middle- and upper-class Americans actively benefit from low wages, poor housing, and structural exclusion â all while maintaining the illusion of fairness or helplessness.
Whatâs inside the book?
All of our material, including the full book and additional resources, is provided in a fully digital format. That means everything you access here is available online or via downloadable eBooks â no physical shipping involved. Whether you're reading on your phone, tablet, or computer, youâll have instant access the moment you complete your purchase or registration.
Is this suitable for educational use?
Absolutely. Poverty, by America is already being adopted in universities, nonprofits, book clubs, and advocacy organizations. Itâs written accessibly but rooted in research, making it ideal for classroom discussion, community organizing, and policy reflection.
