Nomadland: A Gripping Account of Surviving America in the 21st Century
Nomadland: Surviving America in the Twenty-First Century is a must-read for anyone interested in life on the road. Written by journalist Jessica Bruder, it tells the stories of people who have chosen to leave their homes and live as “nomads” — traveling from place to place, often living in vans or RVs, to make a new kind of living in an ever-changing economy. With vivid detail and captivating storytelling, Nomadland paints a portrait of modern America that will keep readers engaged and moved.
The book explores why so many people have taken up this nomadic lifestyle, detailing their financial struggles and heartaches while highlighting their resilience and ingenuity. Through interviews with dozens of nomads around the country, Bruder reveals how they navigate work and search for security in an increasingly precarious world. She also provides thoughtful insights into American society at large, exploring topics such as aging, homelessness and gender roles. The result is an eye-opening account of the ways Americans are adapting to survive in the twenty-first century.