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The Forgotten Girls

A Memoir of Friendship and Lost Promise in Rural America

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Monica Potts

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272 Seiten
10 Lesestunden

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The narrative explores the contrasting life paths of two friends from a small Arkansas town, focusing on the author's journey to escape while her talented friend remains trapped. It delves into broader societal issues affecting poor, rural white women in America, such as unemployment, drug abuse, sexism, and the influence of evangelicalism. Through personal reflection and investigative journalism, the book sheds light on the systemic challenges faced by these women and the factors contributing to their struggles.