Barbara Ehrenreich's book Nickel and Dimed: On (Not) Getting By in America is great read for those wishing to understand how the millions of day-to-day working-class Americans struggle to survive in today's economy. The author leaves her comfortable surroundings as an author and tries to survive on earnings in low paying jobs across the country. She works as a waitress, a Wal-Mart clerk, a maid
. in a house-cleaning service, and in several other positions. She often has to hold down several jobs in order to secure her lodging and transportation costs. She discovers the high price of medical care without the benefits of health insurance. To read about the author's experience, check out the book at your local library or read more at the author's website: http://www.barbaraehrenreich.com/nickelanddimed.htm
