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Vance recounts a childhood marked by family dysfunction, including his mother's struggles with addiction and neglect, as well as the enduring support and values instilled by his grandparents (“Mamaw” and “Papaw”).
The narrative captures the harsh realities of poverty, domestic violence, and cycles of substance abuse that permeated his environment.
Despite chaos and instability, Vance's grandparents emphasized values like loyalty, love, and self-discipline, which helped him pursue higher education.
The memoir delves into the broader collapse of social and economic structures in Appalachian communities, contributing to despair and political shifts.
Vance reflects on how cultural traits such as a tough-love approach, mistrust of outsiders, and a sense of fatalism intersect with systemic issues like job loss and lack of opportunity.
He discusses his experiences transitioning from his rough upbringing to attending Yale Law School, highlighting the culture shock and necessity of learning new social norms.
The book has been both praised for its honest portrayal and criticized for its political and cultural interpretations.

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"Hillbilly Elegy: A Memoir of a Family and Culture in Crisis" by J.D. Vance is a deeply personal memoir that explores his upbringing in a working-class Appalachian family in Ohio, tracing his roots back to rural Kentucky. The book highlights the social, economic, and cultural challenges faced by many in America's white working class.