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J.D. Vance

A memoir of a family and culture in crises

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Author: J.D. Vance

Narrator: Brian

Format: MP3

ISBN: 9780062300546

Language: English

Publish Date: 06/28/2016

Audiobook length: 31min

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Who should listen Hillbilly Elegy

"Hillbilly Elegy" by J.D. Vance is an insightful listen for anyone interested in understanding the complexities of contemporary American life, particularly the struggles of the working-class in rural communities. It's especially relevant for those seeking to grasp the socio-economic issues facing Appalachia, as well as for readers looking to explore themes of family, culture, and resilience. This audiobook appeals to listeners across the political spectrum who wish to gain a nuanced perspective on America's cultural divide and the personal stories that shape it.

3 quotes from Hillbilly Elegy

  • "The past is never dead. It's not even past." This quote encapsulates the idea that our backgrounds and histories continue to influence our present behaviors and decisions.
  • "You cannot help people permanently by doing for them, what they could and should do for themselves." This reflects Vance's views on personal responsibility and the importance of allowing individuals to take control of their own lives.
  • "I am a product of my upbringing, but I am not a prisoner of it." This quote highlights the tension between one's background and the potential for individual agency and change.

Author : J.D. Vance

Rust Belt native J. D. Vance is a former member of the United States Marine Corps and a graduate of Yale Law School. A bestselling author, he currently works at a Silicon Valley investment firm. Following the publication of Hillbilly Elegy, which became a bestseller on Amazon and The New York Times, he has been hailed as a rising star of the Republican Party and the spokesman for the American working class.