Strangers in Their Own Land. Anger and Mourning on the American Right - Arlie Russell Hochschild

"Strangers in Their Own Land" is a fascinating journey into the American soul, attempting to understand the divisions and emotions that shape contemporary America. Arlie Russell Hochschild, armed with empathy and curiosity, travels to Louisiana to learn the perspective of people whose views often seem contrary to liberal values.

• In-depth analysis of the causes of polarization in American society
• Empathetic look at Donald Trump's voters
• First-hand report from Louisiana
• Attempt to understand the motivations and beliefs of the inhabitants of the South
• Personal journey of the author, who confronts her stereotypes with reality
• Insightful study of American identity and culture

Arlie Russell Hochschild, a sociologist from Berkeley, spent five years in Louisiana trying to understand what the Southerners are all about. Why do they oppose federal financial aid when their state is its largest recipient? Why do they scold ecologists and the Environmental Protection Agency when the oil industry is poisoning their beloved Louisiana on a massive scale, without giving much in return, because only one in ten state residents works in the oil business? Finally, in whose name did they vote for Donald Trump, a man who might as well live on another planet?

The author collides with a reality that shatters her previous beliefs. She meets people with different views, from disgusting to warm and friendly, believing in imminent salvation. This journey becomes an opportunity for her to reflect on her own prejudices and seek a common ground for understanding.

"Strangers in Their Own Land" is not only a report, but also an attempt at dialogue and understanding. It is a book that makes you think and question your own beliefs. It is a must-read for anyone who wants to understand contemporary America and the mechanisms that govern it.

The book, published by Wydawnictwo Krytyki Politycznej in 2025, has 460 pages and a format of 208x147 mm. The paperback cover ensures comfortable reading and durability.