What is Nickel and Dimed about?
In this eye-opening nonfiction work, the author immerses herself in the world of low-wage jobs to expose the harsh realities faced by millions of Americans. Through her undercover experiences as a waitress, maid, and retail worker, Ehrenreich sheds light on the struggles of living paycheck to paycheck, the dehumanizing nature of these jobs, and the systemic issues that perpetuate poverty in America. A thought-provoking exploration of the hidden side of the American dream.