Is it possible to live any kind of decent life on the paltry wages earned by millions of Americans on the lowest rungs of the job ladder?
In this funny, bitter and illuminating account, Ehrenreich literally puts herself in the shoes of America's working poor, doing stints as a waitress, maid and Wal-Mart clerk.
The work is draining; finding cheap (and bug-free) housing turns out to be an even bigger challenge.
Lesson: Hang on to your job; after this book, you'll never appreciate it more.
