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Deer Hunting with Jesus: Dispatches from America's Class War

Joe Bageant
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Deer Hunting with Jesus: Dispatches from America's Class War

Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2007

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Joe Bageant

Deer Hunting with Jesus: Dispatches from America's Class War

Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2007
Book Details
Pages

288

Format

Book • Nonfiction

Setting

Winchester, Virginia • 2000s

Publication Year

2007

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

In Deer Hunting with Jesus: Dispatches from America's Class War, Joe Bageant explores the lives of working-class individuals in Winchester, Virginia. Through personal narratives and observations, the book highlights the socio-economic struggles and cultural dynamics in rural America, offering insights into issues of class, economy, and politics in the United States.

Informative

Gritty

Challenging

Contemplative

Reviews & Readership

4.1

5,222 ratings

72%

Loved it

20%

Mixed feelings

8%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Joe Bageant's Deer Hunting with Jesus: Dispatches from America's Class War provides an insightful and raw exploration of the American working class. Praised for its authenticity and humor, it effectively highlights societal divides. However, some critics note its occasionally heavy-handed approach. Overall, it's a thought-provoking read that fosters understanding of class dynamics.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Deer Hunting with Jesus: Dispatches from America's Class War?

A reader who enjoys Deer Hunting with Jesus by Joe Bageant likely appreciates candid social commentary on class issues in America. Similar to those who engage with J.D. Vance’s Hillbilly Elegy or Barbara Ehrenreich’s Nickel and Dimed, they seek insight into the struggles of working-class life with humor and empathy.

4.1

5,222 ratings

72%

Loved it

20%

Mixed feelings

8%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

288

Format

Book • Nonfiction

Setting

Winchester, Virginia • 2000s

Publication Year

2007

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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