Stayin’ Alive: The 1970s and the Last Days of the Working Class

Stayin' Alive: A Groundbreaking Account of How Working-Class America Hit the Rocks in the 1970s Discover the untold story of the 1970s - a decade that will forever be remembered as a time of political and economic upheaval.

In this gripping account, prize-winning historian Jefferson Cowie reveals how working-class America navigated through a tumultuous period marked by rising incomes and optimism of the New Deal to widening economic inequalities and dampened expectations of the present. With an ear for the power and poetry of vernacular speech, Cowie uncovers the fascinating path America took from hope to disillusionment, shedding light on the contradictory nature of 1970s politics and culture.

Through vivid storytelling and incisive analysis, he reveals how working-class Americans struggled to make sense of their changing world, and how their experiences continue to shape our own. Winner of multiple prestigious awards, Stayin' Alive is a must-read for anyone interested in understanding the complexities of American history.

With its engaging narrative and fresh perspective, this book will leave you with a newfound appreciation for the resilience and determination of the working class.

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