Discussion Thread: J.D. Vance’s Hillbilly Elegy

Every week, you hear my thoughts, but I want to hear yours this week!

What do you think about J.D. Vance’s bestseller Hillbilly Elegy? It’s caused quite a stir – some seem to love it and some seem to hate it!  Even people who haven’t read it have some opinions so. . . .

Have you read the book? Did Vance describe people and places familiar to you or did you feel like he was talking about an entirely different planet? Do you agree with Vance’s conclusions? Do you disagree? Did you like it? Did you find it insightful?  Did you find it infuriating?

*Ebook and audiobook also available on Libby.

Tell me what you thought about the book in the comments, and I’ll share my own reactions to the book! Don’t forget that, as always, you can learn more about this item or place a hold if you follow this link to our online library catalog.